What is required for record validation in NCIC?

For record validation in NCIC, it is essential that the Originating Agency Identifier (ORI) confirm that the record is complete and accurate. This process is crucial because it ensures that the records maintained in the NCIC system reflect the most reliable and current information. The ORI is responsible for the integrity of the records they submit to NCIC, and part of that responsibility includes ongoing validations that ascertain accuracy over time.

Ensuring completeness means that all necessary data fields are filled out appropriately, while accuracy refers to the correctness of the information contained in the record. This attention to detail prevents misinformation from being disseminated to law enforcement agencies that rely on NCIC for critical decisions in their investigations. Maintaining accurate and complete records is fundamental to upholding the credibility and reliability of the NCIC database for all users.