Who operates the DCIN?

The DCIN, or the Division of Criminal Information Network, is operated by the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). This agency is responsible for criminal investigations and maintaining state crime information systems, including databases that allow law enforcement agencies to share essential data related to criminal activities. The SBI ensures that law enforcement agencies across the state can access real-time information, which helps in the performance of their duties, including investigations and patrol functions.

The SBI managing the DCIN emphasizes its role as a central hub for criminal information, which supports local police departments, as well as other law enforcement entities across the state. The operation of such networks by the SBI ensures a uniform reporting and sharing system, which is crucial for efficient law enforcement operations.

In contrast, the responsibilities of the FBI, local police departments, and the Department of Justice differ from those of the SBI. For instance, while the FBI operates at a federal level and handles federal law enforcement issues, local police departments focus on community policing and immediate local criminal matters. The Department of Justice, on the other hand, concerns itself with broader legal and enforcement issues at the federal level but does not operate criminal information networks like the DCIN directly.