CJIS
NCJITS Audit Outline
This outline summarizes requirements for access to criminal history record information for noncriminal justice purposes.
NGI Audit Outline
This outline summarizes requirements for access to criminal history record information (CHRI) for noncriminal justice purposes assessed during Next Generation Identification audits.
NCJITS Authorized Recipient Policy Reference Guide
The NJCITS Authorized Recipient Policy Reference Guide will help the authorized recipient prepare for a noncriminal justice information technology security audit.
NGI Audit Methodology
The FBI has established audit programs to evaluate compliance with policy requirements associated with access to CJIS systems and information.
NGI Audit Policy Reference - Noncriminal Justice Access to CHRI
This document provides a description of policy requirements which agencies must meet in order to access criminal history records for noncriminal justice purposes.
NCJITS Channeler Policy Reference Guide
The NCJITS Channeler Policy Reference Guide will help the channeler prepare for a noncriminal justice information technology security audit.
Responding to FBI CJIS Audit Findings
Primary audit participants are required to provide corrective actions for all audit findings as part of procedures for finalizing audit results.
2020 NCIC Missing Person and Unidentified Person Statistics
A compilation of statistics from the National Crime Information Center’s (NCIC's) Missing Person and Unidentified Person Files for the 2020 operational year.
NCJITS Policy Reference Guide
The NCJITS Policy Reference Guide will help noncriminal justice agencies prepare for a noncriminal justice information technology security audit.
Requirements Companion Document 2022 v5.9.1
Requirements Companion Document to the FBI CJIS Security Policy Version 5.9.1 10/01/2022
2022 NCIC Missing Person and Unidentified Person Statistics
A compilation of statistics from the National Crime Information Center’s (NCIC's) Missing Person and Unidentified Person Files for the 2022 operational year.
Active Entries in the NICS Indices by Federal/State, as of January 3, 2023
The NICS Indices contain information provided by federal, state, local, and tribal agencies of persons prohibited from receiving firearms under federal or state law.
CJIS Security Policy 2022 v5.9.1
Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy Version 5.9.1 10/01/2022
2024 NCIC Missing and Unidentified Person Statistics
2024 NCIC Missing and Unidentified Person Statistics
Active Entries in the NICS Indices by State
Active entries in the NICS Indices by state as of January 3, 2023.
Active Entries in the NICS Indices
A listing of the active entries in NICS Indices as of March 31, 2025.
Active Entries in the NICS Indices as of December 31, 2024.
The NICS Indices contain information provided by federal, state, local, and tribal agencies of persons prohibited from receiving firearms under federal or state law.
Responding to CJIS Audit Findings
Primary audit participants must provide corrective actions for all audit findings.
2010 CJIS Annual Report
This 2010 CJIS Annual Report reflects the dedication of our employees and our collaboration with our partners in the law enforcement, national security, and intelligence communities we serve.
2011 CJIS Annual Report
This 2011 CJIS Annual Report reflects the dedication of our employees and our collaboration with our partners in the law enforcement, national security, and intelligence communities we serve.
2012 CJIS Annual Report
This 2012 CJIS Annual Report reflects the dedication of our employees and our collaboration with our partners in the law enforcement, national security, and intelligence communities we serve.
2013 CJIS Annual Report
This 2013 CJIS Annual Report reflects the dedication of our employees and our collaboration with our partners in the law enforcement, national security, and intelligence communities we serve.
2014 CJIS Annual Report
This 2014 CJIS Annual Report reflects the dedication of our employees and our collaboration with our partners in the law enforcement, national security, and intelligence communities we serve.
2015 CJIS Annual Report
This 2015 CJIS Annual Report reflects the dedication of our employees and our collaboration with our partners in the law enforcement, national security, and intelligence communities we serve.
CJIS Advisory Process Topic Request Form
Topic request form for submitting proposals or ideas through the CJIS Advisory Process. Form can be downloaded at bottom of page. See https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/the-cjis-advisory-process for more information.
2016 CJIS Annual Report
This annual report serves as a demonstration of CJIS' commitment to provide the best possible tools to help its partners fight crime and terrorism.
CJIS Mobile Appendix
This appendix is intended to provide best practices based on industry standards and on methods to achieve policy compliance in mobile device employment scenarios.
CJIS Security Policy Requirements Document
Recommended changes to version 5.5 of the CJIS Security Policy were approved by the Advisory Policy Board (APB) in 2016 and subsequently approved by the FBI Director in 2017.
Security Control Mapping of CJIS Security Policy
This document is intended to provide a cross-reference between security requirements focused on the protection of criminal justice information (CJI) and federal information security requirements.
2015 CJIS Annual Report
This annual report serves as a demonstration of CJIS' commitment to provide the best possible tools to help its partners fight crime and terrorism.
CJIS Biographic Verifications for Fingerprint Submissions
Steps for obtaining a CJIS Biographic Verification for fingerprint submissions rejected twice due to image quality or for individuals who are double amputees or permanently physically incapable of providing fingerprints.
NCJITS Audit Methodology
The purpose of the audit is to assess the user community’s compliance with the FBI CJIIS Security Policy requirements.
Requirements-Companion-Document_v5-9_20200601.pdf
CJIS Requirements Companion Document v5.9 2020-06-01
Compact Council Audit Guide
The Compact Council Audit Guide provides policy makers and developers with relevant information on baseline considerations for audit programs.
2019 NICS Operations Report
Report outlining the operations of the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) during 2019.
2020-2021 NICS Operations Report
Report outlining the operations of the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) during 2020-2021.
2021 NCIC Missing Person and Unidentified Person Statistics
A compilation of statistics from the National Crime Information Center’s (NCIC's) Missing Person and Unidentified Person Files for the 2021 operational year.
Acceptable Use Policy
The intention for publishing an Acceptable Use Policy is not to impose restrictions that are contrary to <Agency Name> established culture of openness, trust, and integrity. <Agency’s Security Team> is committed to protecting <Agency Name>’s employees, partners and the company from illegal or damaging actions by individuals, either knowingly or unknowingly.
Disciplinary Policy
In support of [Agency Name]‘s mission of public service to the city of/county of [city or county name] citizens, the [Agency Name] provides the needed technological resources needed to personnel to access FBI CJIS systems and information in support of the agency’s mission.
Disposal of Media Policy and Procedures
The purpose of this policy is to outline the proper disposal of media (physical or electronic) at [Agency Name]. These rules are in place to protect sensitive and classified information, employees and [Agency Name]. Inappropriate disposal of [Agency Name] and FBI Criminal Justice Information (CJI) and media may put employees, [Agency Name] and the FBI at risk.
Incident Response Policy
Ensure the is prepared to respond to cyber security incidents, to protect State systems and data, and prevent disruption of government services by providing the required controls for incident handling, reporting, and monitoring, as well as incident response training, testing, and assistance.
Media Protection Policy
The intent of the Media Protection Policy is to ensure the protection of the Criminal Justice Information (CJI) until such time as the information is either released to the public via authorized dissemination (e.g. within a court system or when presented in crime reports data), or is purged or destroyed in accordance with applicable record retention rules.
Personally Owned Device Policy
A personally owned information system or device shall be authorized to access, process, store or transmit [agency name], state, or FBI Criminal Justice Information (CJI) only when these established and documented specific terms and conditions are met.
Physical Protection Policy
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance for agency personnel, support personnel, and private contractors/vendors for the physical, logical, and electronic protection of Criminal Justice Information (CJI).
Rules of Behavior
As a user of an IT system, I acknowledge my responsibility to conform to the following requirements and conditions as directed by all relevant Information Assurance and Information Security Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
User Account-Access Validation Policy
All accounts shall be reviewed at least every six months by the terminal agency coordinator (TAC) or his/her designee to ensure that access and account privileges commensurate with job functions, need-to-know, and employment status on systems that contain Criminal Justice Information.
2018 NICS Operations Report
Report outlining the operations of the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) during 2018.
NICS Firearm Background Checks: Day/Month/Year
Statistics represent the number of firearms background checks initiated through the NICS from January 1, 2021, to March 31, 2025.
NICS Participation Map
The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) participation map depicts each state's level of participation with the NICS.
Country Abbreviations for NICS E-Check Searches
These country codes should be used when conducting searches using the FBI National Instant Criminal Background Check System's E-Check system.
2016 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2016 operational year.
NICS: Where to Locate Alien Numbers for ATF Form 4473
National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) guidance for Federal Firearms Licensees on where to locate alien numbers for ATF form 4473, box 13
2017 NICS Operations Report
Report outlining the operations of the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) during 2017.
2014 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2014 operational year.
Letter Explaining NICS Resolution Card
The NICS Resolution Card has been created following an increased propensity for customers to be unsure about the best avenue to pursue when receiving a delayed or denied response from their NICS background check.
NICS FFL and E-Check Enrollment Form
Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) enrollment form/National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) E-Check enrollment form, to ensure the legitimacy of firearms purchases.
NICS Notice of Final Rule RIN 1110-AA27
A final rule authorizing tribal criminal justice agencies to access the NICS Index for issuing firearm-related permits, all criminal justice agencies to dispose of firearms in their possession, and updating the storage location of NICS Audit Log records relating to denied transactions.
NICS Resolution Card
Informational brochure discussing next steps if a background check in NICS results in a delay or denial of a firearms license.
NICS Section Firearm Appeal Certificate
This certificate is to certify that NICS Section has resolved the appeal.
2022 NICS Operations Report
Report outlining the operations of the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) during 2022.
2023 NICS Operations Report
Report outlining the operations of the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) during 2023.
NICS Firearms Checks - Month Year by State Type-Archive
Statistics represent the Month Year by State Type-Archive of firearms background checks initiated through the NICS from November 1998 to December 31, 2020.
1998-1999 NICS Operations Report
In its first 13 months of operation - November 30, 1998 through December 31, 1999 - the NICS has proven to be a highly effective system, processing over 10 million inquiries.
2000 NICS Operations Report
A report detailing the extensive accomplishments of the NICS program in its second operational year.
2003-2004 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2003 and 2004 operational years.
2001-2002 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2001 and 2002 operational years.
NICS_Firearms_Checks_-_Month_Year_by_State_Type-Last 5 Years
Statistics represent the NICS Firearms Checks - Month Year by State and Type for the Last 5 Years.
NICS Firearms Checks - Month and Year by State and Type - Last five years
NICS Firearms Checks - Month and Year by State and Type - Last five years
2015 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2015 operational year. updated 2017
Federal Register, July 23, 2004, Amendments on NICS
DOJ's final rule amending the regulations implementing the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) pursuant to the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act.
NICS Firearm Checks: Month/Year by State/Type
Month-by-month records of NICS firearms checks across all states from November 1998 to July 31, 2023.
NICS Firearm Checks: Month/Year
Statistics represent the number of firearms background checks initiated through the NICS from November 1998 to March 31, 2025.
NICS Firearm Checks: Month/Year by State
Statistics represent the number of state-by-state firearms background checks initiated through the NICS from November 1998 to March 31, 2025.
NICS Firearm Checks: Top 10 Highest Days/Weeks
Statistics represent the highest day and week numbers of firearms background checks initiated through the NICS from November 1998 to March 31, 2025.
NICS Firearm Checks: Year by State/Type
Statistics represent the number of firearms background checks by state and type initiated through the NICS from November 1998 to March 31, 2025.
2010 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2010 operational year.
2011 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2011 operational year.
FBI NICS E-Check 2.0—New and Improved
The FBI NICS E-Check was upgraded on July 16, 2013 and now provides a much more user-friendly experience in navigating firearm checks.
2005 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2005 operational year.
2006 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2006 operational year.
2007 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2007 operational year.
2008 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2008 operational year.
2009 NICS Operations Report
Report discussing the extensive accomplishments of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in its 2009 operational year.
Criminal Justice Information Systems Security Policy
The CJIS Security Policy integrates presidential directives, federal laws, FBI directives, and the criminal justice community’s APB decisions along with guidance from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Bipartisan Safer Communities Act - Access to Records of Stolen Firearms in the National Crime Information Center Interim Final Rule
Please note: This is the text of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act - Access to Records of Stolen Firearms in the National Crime Information Center Interim Final Rule as signed by the Attorney General, but the official version of the Interim Final rule will be as it is published in the Federal Register.
Compact Council: Agency Privacy Requirements for Noncriminal Justice Applicants
Compact Council document on the privacy requirements for authorized agencies/officials that conduct a national fingerprint-based criminal history record check on an applicant for a noncriminal justice purpose.
Compact Council Ratification Checklist
The Compact Ratification Checklist may be used by state representatives to assist in pre-planning and post-ratification efforts.
Compact Council Handbook
The full-scope informational handbook of the The National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact Council.
Compact Council: Identity Verification Program Guide (Booklet)
This booklet-format guide, prepared by the Compact Council, is available for voluntary use in the development of policy, procedures, and practices for applicant identity verification.
Compact Council: Identity Verification Program Guide (Single Page)
This single-page guide, prepared by the Compact Council, is available for voluntary use in the development of policy, procedures, and practices for applicant identity verification.
Compact Council States and Territories Map
A visual representation of the areas of the United States aligned with the National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact Council.
Compact Council: Noncriminal Justice Applicant’s Privacy Rights
Compact Council document on the rights entitled to an applicant who is the subject of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record check for a noncriminal justice purpose (such as an application for a job or license, security clearance, or adoption).
Compact Council: The Compact
Congressional legislation establishing the National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact and detailing its numerous duties.
Compact Council: National Fingerprint File (NFF) Benefits Flyer
Flyer detailing the benefits of participation in the Compact Council's National Fingerprint File (NFF) program.
Compact Council: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions regarding the National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact Act of 1998 and the Compact Council.
Compact Council: Security and Management Control Outsourcing Standard for Channeling
Contractors are required to maintain a security program consistent with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards as well as with rules, procedures, and standards established by the Compact Council and the United States Attorney General.
Compact Council Bylaws
The National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact Council bylaws with amendments.
Compact Council: Security and Management Control Outsourcing Standard for Non-Channeling
Contractors are required to maintain a security program consistent with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards as well as with rules, procedures, and standards established by the Compact Council and the United States Attorney General.
Compact Council: Civil Fingerprint Image Quality Strategy Guide
This guide is intended primarily as a resource to assist states in making high-level, programmatic decisions to help reduce civil fingerprint image quality reject rates, but also contains useful information for agencies.
Identity History Summary Request (FD-1164)
This form is used for fingerprinting for identity history summary checks.
Requirements Companion Document v5-8_20190601/pdf
Requirements Companion Document for Security Policy
Disposition Report (R-84)
The R-84 form, which documents a disposition of an arrest, states whether the arrested individual was convicted or acquited, or if the arrest was dismissed.
Palm Print Form (FD-884)
Palm Print Form (FD-884) This file card is used in conjunction with the FD-249 and FD-884a forms. To order hard copies in bulk, please go to https://forms.fbi.gov/cjis-fingerprinting-supply-requisition-form
Standard Supplemental Fingerprint Finger and Palm Print Form (FD-884a)
Standard Supplemental Fingerprint Finger and Palm Print Form (FD-884a) This file card is used in conjunction with the FD-249 and FD-884 forms. To order hard copies in bulk, please go to https://forms.fbi.gov/cjis-fingerprinting-supply-requisition-form
Arrest and Institution Fingerprint Form (FD-249)
This file card (red) is used for criminal submissions to the FBI. To order hard copies in bulk, please go to https://forms.fbi.gov/cjis-fingerprinting-supply-requisition-form
Types of Documents Requested Based on Prohibitor
This National Instant Criminal Background Check (NICS) document provides a list of the summarized federal firearm prohibitors that will align with the reason for denial provided in your appeal response.
Disposition Task Force Best Practices Guide
Preliminary finding of the Disposition Task Force BEST PRACTICES guide
FD-258 Privacy Act Statement
This privacy act statement provides noncriminal justice applicants notification of how their fingerprints and associated information will be used by the FBI for noncriminal justice purposes, such as licensing and employment. It can be found on the back of the FD-258 fingerprint card.
Departmental Order Information Packet Cover Letter
Sample of a cover letter needed to request a copy of your Identity History Summary (or proof that one does not exist).
Security and Management Control Outsourcing Standard for Non-Channelers (May 2018)
Contractors are required to maintain a security program consistent with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards as well as with rules, procedures, and standards established by the Compact Council and the United States Attorney General.
Security and Management Control Outsourcing Standard for Channeling (November 2020)
Contractors are required to maintain a security program consistent with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards as well as with rules, procedures, and standards established by the Compact Council and the United States Attorney General.
02/17/2005 - Proposed Rule
A rule proposing to establish a procedure for ensuring compliant conduct and responsible use of the Interstate Identification Index (III) System for noncriminal justice purposes.
02/27/2003 - Notice of Intent to Publish a Rule Permitting the Privatization of Noncriminal Justice Criminal History Record Check Functions
A rule enabling third parties to act as members of official agencies while performing functions requiring access to criminal history record information for authorized noncriminal justice purposes.
06/22/2005 - Notice of Two Accepted Methods for Determining Positive Identification for Exchanging Criminal History Record Information for Noncriminal Justice Purposes
Public notice of two accepted methods for determining positive identification for exchanging criminal history record information for noncriminal justice purposes.
06/22/2005 - Proposed Rule
A Council-proposed rule requiring a Compact Party to meet minimum qualification standards while participating in the National Fingerprint File (NFF) Program.
11/18/2005 - Final Rule
A rule establishing procedures for ensuring compliant conduct and responsible use of the Interstate Identification Index for noncriminal justice purposes.
12/16/2004 - Interim Final Rule
An interim final rule permitting the outsourcing of noncriminal justice administrative functions involving access to criminal history record information.
12/16/2004 - Notice of Security and Management Control Outsourcing Standards
Public notice of the attached Security and Management Control Outsourcing Standards established by the Compact Council.
National Fingerprint-Based Background Checks - Steps for Success
The steps detailed in this document are consistent with the Compact Council’s authority pertaining to national background checks for noncriminal justice purposes, such as licensing and employment.
Purpose Code X Authorized Users
A visual representation of Purpose Code X authorized users across the United States.
Interstate Identification Index (III) National Fingerprint File (NFF)
Map detailing the states and territories that take part in the Interstate Identification Index and its National Fingerprint File.
