What is NCIC used for?

• A. National Crime Information Center, a Federal Database that gathers Criminal Information after running 9 line info through dispatch.
• B. A local registry for traffic tickets
• C. A private database for personal records
• D. An international crime database

Answer: (A)

NCIC is a centralized nationwide database operated by the FBI that provides real-time access to criminal justice information for authorized law enforcement agencies. It stores and shares data such as wants and warrants, stolen property, missing persons, protective orders, and criminal histories. Entries are made using a standardized nine-field format, typically entered or verified through dispatch so officers can quickly check for matches during a stop or investigation. This is a federal resource used across the country, not a local traffic-ticket registry, a private database, or an international system.