Crime Statistics
Annual Uniform Crime Reporting statistical publications from data provided by thousands of law enforcement agencies across the United States.
Identity History Summary Checks
Information taken from fingerprint submissions retained by the FBI in connection with arrests and, in some instances, federal employment, naturalization, or military service.
Criminal Justice Information Services
The world’s largest repository of criminal fingerprints, other biometrics, and history records for use by investigators, law enforcement officers,and other criminal justice professionals.
FBI Laboratory Services
Providing forensic exams, technical support, expert witness testimony, and advanced training to Bureau personnel and partners around the globe.
Name Checks
Background information from FBI files for government employment or appointment, security clearances, attendance at a White House function, issuance of immigration benefits, naturalization, or a visa to visit the United States.
Security Clearances for Law Enforcement
State and local officials with an established "need to know" regarding classified information that would or could affect their area of jurisdiction must apply for a security clearance through their local FBI office.
Sex Offender Registry
Search the latest information from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and numerous Indian tribes for the identity and location of known sex offenders.
Training
The FBI Academy is dedicated to being the world’s premier law enforcement learning and research center and an advocate for law enforcement’s best practices worldwide.
Bioterrorism Security Risk Assessments
Forms and instructions for Bioterrorism Risk Assessments.
National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS)
NICS is used by Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) to instantly determine whether a prospective buyer is eligible to buy firearms or explosives.
Standard Fingerprint Form (FD-258)
The FD-258 is the Applicant Fingerprint Card (white card with blue ink) most often used by law enforcement, government agencies, and banking institutions.
Fingerprint Card Orders
Information on ordering fingerprint cards and training aids.
Freedom of Information Act Requests
How to find FBI records already released and how to request unreleased records through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or the Privacy Act.
Submit a Tip
Report violations of U.S. federal law or suspected terrorism or criminal activity.