Retention Period for Vehicles

Stolen vehicle records that do not contain a Vehicle Identification Number will be automatically purged from the NCIC Vehicle File after 90 days.

Stolen vehicle records that contain Vehicle Identification Number will remain in file for the year of entry plus 4 years.

Vehicles wanted in conjunction with a felony will remain in file for 90 days after entry.

License plate records will remain on file for the balance of the year of entry plus an additional 4 years.