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The FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division processes these requests.
Reasons for Request
An individual may request a copy of his or her own FBI Identification Record for personal review or to challenge information on the Record. Other reasons an individual may request a copy of his or her own Identification Record may include International Adoption or to satisfy a requirement to live or work in a foreign country (i.e., police certificate, letter of good conduct, criminal history background, etc.)
Can I request my own record for an employment background check?If you are requesting a background check for employment or licensing within the United States, you may be required by state statute or federal law to submit your request through your state identification bureau, requesting federal agency or other authorized channeling agency. You should contact the agency requiring the background check or the appropriate state identification bureau (or state police) for the correct procedures to follow for obtaining an FBI fingerprint background check for employment or licensing purposes.
Who May Request a Copy of Record
(or Proof that a Record Does Not Exist)
Only the subject of the identification record can request a copy of his own FBI Identification Record.
How to Request a Copy of Record
1. Complete cover letter.
- If for a couple, family, etc., all persons must sign cover letter
- Include your complete mailing address. Please provide telephone number and/or email address, if available.
2. Fingerprint Card
- Obtain a set of your fingerprints (original card, no copies). Your name and date of birth must be provided on the fingerprint card.
Fingerprints should be placed on a standard fingerprint form (FD-258) commonly used for applicant or law enforcement purposes.
- Include rolled impressions of all ten fingerprints and impressions of all ten fingerprints taken simultaneously (these are sometimes referred to as plain or flat impressions.)
- If possible have your fingerprints taken by a fingerprinting technician (this service may be available at a Law Enforcement Agency.)
- Previously processed fingerprint cards will not be accepted.
3. Payment
- Include $ 18 - U.S. dollars in the form of a money order, certified check made payable to the Treasury of the United States (please be sure to sign where required), or you may pay by credit card. Note: No cash, personal checks, or business checks will be accepted.
- Must be exact amount
- If for a couple, family, etc., include $18 for each person
- If paying by credit card you must include the completed credit card payment form
- Credit cards will not be used for expedited mail services
FBI CJIS Division - Record Request
1000 Custer Hollow Road
Clarksburg, West Virginia 26306
Please Note: If any of the above items are missing or incomplete, the request will be returned. Additional items sent not required for processing will not be returned. Allow approximately 13 weeks for processing, upon receipt to the FBI.
What You Will Receive
- No Record Response. As of 8/17/09, fingerprint cards are no longer being returned. Due to concerns related to the protection of Personally Identifiable Information, the process has been changed to return a letter which states "no FBI arrest was found". Any question regarding this matter should be directed to the Customer Service Group at 304-625-5590.
- FBI Identification Record. As of 7/7/09, fingerprint cards are no longer being returned with the FBI Identification Record.
What else can I help you with?
What does the OCA Field in an NCIC record identify?
The OCA field in an NCIC record stands for "Originating Agency Case Number." It is a unique identifier assigned by the agency that entered the record into the system and helps track the specific case associated with the record in the originating agency's systems.
What does the NCIC do about stolen vehicles?
NCIC doesn't do anything about stolen vehicles. It's simply a national database that flags stoeln property, missing and wanted persons. When a law enforcement officer runs an article, vehicle or person through NCIC, the result returned will be either that the item or person in question is clear of if there's a record. In the case of a vehicle, NCIC would return either a clear or stolen record. The law enforcement agent will then take the appropriate action. In order to return a hit (stolen), a vehicle first has to have been entered into NCIC as such by a aw enforcement official.
A qr response in the ncic iii file will always determine if an ncic wanted person file record exists?
A QR (Query Response) in the NCIC III file is designed to indicate whether a wanted person record exists. When a query is conducted, the response will confirm if there is a match in the system. However, it is essential to verify the details, as the presence of a record does not guarantee accuracy or completeness. Always follow up with additional checks as needed for confirmation.
What does ncic stand for?
NCIC is the National Crime Information Center
Is NLETS criminal history record information always use a substitute for the NCIC interstate identification index?
No, NLETS (National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System) criminal history record information is not always a substitute for the NCIC (National Crime Information Center) interstate identification index. While NLETS provides a platform for sharing information among states, it does not contain the same comprehensive criminal history records as the NCIC. Instead, NLETS facilitates the exchange of information, whereas NCIC serves as a national repository for criminal history data. Law enforcement agencies often use both systems for different purposes.
If you have a felony in Arizona will it show up in Minnesota?
Yes, your criminal record is available via the NCIC (National Crime Information Center) computer system anywhere in the country.
Do Wisconsin traffic violations count on MN driving record?
Yes they do. Law Enforcement have nation wide record abilities through NCIC. So they can see if you got a ticket in any other state too. Most of the time that won't count towards getting suspended in MN, but neighbor states such as WI, IA and ND will count just as if it were in MN.
Does La and Ms share felony conviction records when a person wants to buy a firearm?
If you are a convicted felon, that is on your record and that information can be accessed by anyone who has access to NCIC, no matter what state you are in.
What group governs NCIC?
FBI
How do you get a ncic collect certification?
To obtain NCIC (National Crime Information Center) certification, you typically need to be employed by a law enforcement agency or a criminal justice organization that is authorized to access NCIC data. The process usually involves completing a training program provided by the FBI or your agency, which covers NCIC operations and procedures. After training, you must pass an examination to demonstrate your understanding of the system. Once certified, you will be granted access to NCIC databases as part of your job responsibilities.
How long has NCIC kept stolen gun serial numbers?
NCIC began operation January 27, 1967, and firearms were among the earliest of files.
How can you run a guns serial number tool see if a gun is stolen?
You cannot. The NCIC database that lists stolen firearms is only available to law enforcement.
