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NCIC NUMBER
| Data Element: | NCIC NUMBER |
| Definition: | A coded representation for a unique number for identification purposes assigned to each record entry message that is accepted for storage in the NCIC system. |
| Standard of Verification: | NCIC |
| Data Type: | AN |
| Field Size: | 10 |
| Field Format: | Char 1 NCIC File Identifier Code Char 2-8 Number Char 9-10 Check Digits |
| Originating Teams: | Law Enforcement |
| User Teams: | Law Enforcement |
| Tables / Codes: | NCIC FILE IDENTIFIER CODE FILE W Wanted Persons G Gun P License Plate B Boat V Vehicle A Article S Securities M Missing Person U Unidentified Person |
| Comments: | Contact the New York State Police for details on the calculation of the NCIC Number check digits. |
| Page Info: | DATE STANDARD ESTABLISHED: 2/91 |