FBI Refines Crime Data Forms: Law Enforcement Input Wanted
Published Date: 2/18/2026
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Summary
The FBI wants to keep collecting crime data through the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) and is asking for your feedback on how to make it easier and better. This affects law enforcement agencies who report crime info and could save them time with improved electronic forms. You’ve got until March 20, 2026, to share your thoughts before the government decides on the final plan.
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