National Incident Based Reporting System Overview

Questions and Answers

What is required for a crime incident to be cleared by arrest?

At least one suspect is arrested and charged. (correct)

The victim must testify in court.

The incident must be reported within a week.

The suspect must plead guilty.

Which condition is NOT necessary for exceptional clearance of an incident?

The offender's identity must be clearly established.

Probable cause must exist to support charges.

Law enforcement must apprehend the offender. (correct)

Circumstances beyond control must prevent an arrest.

What happens when one offense in a multiple-offense incident is cleared?

Only the cleared offense is documented.

None of the offenses are cleared.

All offenses in the incident are cleared. (correct)

Law enforcement assesses the incident differently.

Which of the following is NOT an example of exceptional clearance?

The suspect is found not guilty. Signup and view all the answers

What must law enforcement do to clear an offense by exceptional means?

Identify the exact location of the offender. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the court system in the clearance of an incident?

Arrestees must be turned over to the court for prosecution. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor could prevent an arrest during the exceptional clearance process?

Circumstances outside law enforcement's control. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'cleared by exceptional means' in terms of crime reporting?

There are valid reasons preventing an arrest despite offender identification. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) in Missouri regarding crime reporting?

To serve as the central repository for crime data Signup and view all the answers

Which resource is NOT referenced in the instruction regarding NIBRS?

Federal Bureau of Investigation guidelines Signup and view all the answers

What does the uniform crime reporting program established by the FBI achieve?

It compiles and distributes statistical crime data Signup and view all the answers

Which type of organizations voluntarily participate in the FBI's uniform crime reporting program?

Tribal, state, and local law enforcement agencies Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the uniform crime reporting system is accurate?

It is compatible with the national uniform crime reporting system Signup and view all the answers

In which facet does the uniform crime reporting system differ from incident-based reporting systems?

It does not record detailed incident information Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as the effective date of the procedural instruction regarding the National Incident Based Reporting System?

March 9, 2022 Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is responsible for publishing the statistical crime data compiled from the incidents reported?

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Signup and view all the answers

What prevents an incident from being cleared by exceptional means if it has already been cleared by arrest?

The clearance by arrest establishes a definitive conclusion. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes an 'incident' under the defined procedures?

One or more offenses committed by the same offender at the same time and place. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS)?

It collects detailed law enforcement agency report data for specific crime categories. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Clearance by Arrest' require according to the procedures?

Completion of an appropriate arrest report and RMS entries. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Records Management System (RMS) in relation to NIBRS?

It automatically compiles NIBRS information through current Department systems. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions does NOT contribute to the clearance of all offenses within an incident?

The collection of witness testimonies. Signup and view all the answers

Why might prosecution be declined for an offense that falls within probable cause?

The case involves a first-time offender or falls outside prosecution guidelines. Signup and view all the answers

What does holding a case in abeyance indicate about prosecution?

Prosecution is currently not proceeding but could be revisited later. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to NIBRS

The FBI operates a national uniform crime reporting program involving federal, state, city, county, and tribal law enforcement agencies.
Data collected includes offenses reported voluntarily; the FBI compiles and disseminates this information.
The Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS) serves as the main repository for crime incident data collection and reporting.

Crime Reporting Guidelines

The Kansas City Missouri Police Department must comply with DPS regulations and Missouri Revised Statutes (RSMo. 43.505) regarding crime data reporting.
The uniform crime reporting system does not consider court or legal proceedings when recording crime data.

Terminology for Crime Reporting

Clearance:
- Refers to the resolution of an offense in a multiple-offense incident, clearing the entire incident.
- Cleared by Arrest: An incident is cleared when:
  - A suspect is arrested.
  - Charges are filed.
  - The suspect is processed through the court system.
- Cleared by Exceptional Means: Requires:
  - Established identity of the offender.
  - Probable cause for arrest.
  - Known location of the offender.
  - Situational barriers preventing arrest.
Incident: One or more offenses committed by the same person or group at the same time and location.
National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS): A detailed incident-based system for law enforcement data on offenses and arrests.

Procedures for NIBRS Compliance

NIBRS data is automatically compiled through the Records Management System (RMS).
Officers must accurately complete reports and status updates to ensure compliance with DPS and FBI requirements.
Arrest data submission associated with an incident automatically clears all offenses within that incident.
Applying for or issuing a warrant does not equate to clearance.
Specific report and RMS entries are necessary for “Clearance by Arrest” in local city warrant cases.

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Description

This quiz covers procedural instructions regarding the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) as issued by the Kansas City Police Department. It includes key updates and references that clarify the operational guidelines effective from March 9, 2022.