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It is essential that all identifying data in a positive response be compared with the weapon in question before further action is taken.
In the event more than one number appears on a weapon, the number on the frame should be inquired on first. If the response is negative, the remaining numbers should be checked.
Alpha characters appearing between numeric characters (embedded alphas) in a serial number are not considered for matching purposes since some agencies formerly placed records in file after deleting the embedded alphas. Thus, a search of serial number 369J257 would retrieve records with serial numbers 369257, 369M257, and 369J257. Letters appearing as a prefix or suffix to the numerics in a serial number are considered in the matching process and, therefore, are not affected by the rule applicable to embedded alphas.
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