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CJIS Insights Podcast

by Alan Peto

Learn about Criminal Justice Information Systems ("CJIS") used by law enforcement and criminal justice agencies in the United States of America.

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Episodes

  1. 12 - Interview with FBI CJIS Division Assistant Director Tim Ferguson

    In this episode, I'm talking with FBI Assistant Director Tim Fergusion who leads the CJIS Division of the FBI. Learn about him, what he is doing to transform CJIS, what's on the horizon, and the future of CJIS. Note: A video of this interview is available on Spotify. Subscribe to the CJIS…

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  2. 11 - When CJIS Goes Dark

    What happens when CJIS systems and information become unavailable due to a downtime event (scheduled or unscheduled), weather event, or even a cyber attack? How you prepare and respond are crucial. Learn more in this episode! Read the article:...

  3. 10 - Solving Violent Crimes with ViCAP

    "ViCAP". You've likely heard of this FBI system in TV shows or Movies, but the real ViCAP helps solve violent crimes by serial offenders. By having a national behavioral-based database and support, these serial violent criminals can be identified and stopped. Learn more about ViCAP in today's...

  4. 09 - CJIS Strategy

    A "CJIS Strategy" at your organization can provide both short term and long term benefits. But only if you are ready to make that happen! Learn more about what CJIS Strategy is, and how to successfully implement it at your organization. Read the CJIS Strategy newsletter article on LinkedIn:...

  5. 08 - Maximum CJIS (MaxCJIS)

    Are you using CJIS to the "max" at your organization? What can you do to enhance mission success with CJIS? Learn more about what I'm coining as "MaxCJIS" to help your organization become more effective! Read the MaxCJIS newsletter article:...

  6. 07 - CJIS Security Policy

    The FBI CJIS Division's "CJIS Security Policy" or "CJISSECPOL" is perhaps the first thing most people think about when it comes to CJIS compliance. Learn more about the CJISSECPOL in this episode! To view the CJISSECPOL, visit the FBI's website at:...

  7. 06 - FBI N-DEx and Information Sharing

    The FBI's National Data Exchange, or "N-DEx", is one of the most important systems for sharing information nationwide. Learn about this system, why it's important, how to contribute to it, an even how private companies can play an important role in helping the national effort. Learn More:...

  8. 05 - The CJIS Network & Nlets

    Answering a question from a listener to explain how all 50 states function as a 'system' and how does Nlets differ? Subscribe to the CJIS Insights Newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/alan-s-cjis-insights-7093089603078811648/ * This episode was prepared or accomplished in…

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  9. 04 - Officer Safety with CJIS

    Officer safety is of paramount concern for law enforcement officers. But how can CJIS or Criminal Justice Information Systems help? Learn in this episode about the tools, resources, and training available with CJIS to aid with officer safety! Learn More about CJIS and Officer Safety:...

  10. 03 - The FBI CJIS Systems

    Get an overview of the major FBI CJIS Division systems available to the criminal justice and law enforcement community. This includes NCIC, N-DEx, NICS, UCR program, LEEP, and more. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:24 CJIS Division 02:22 CJIS Systems 09:41 NCIC 21:59 N-DEx 24:28 NGI 31:00 UCR and...

  11. 02 - The Amazing CJIS State LEMS

    How does the criminal justice/law enforcement community gain access to all these CJIS systems and information? It is via a "LEMS" or Law Enforcement Message Switch! Let's explore what a LEMS is and how the whole process works behind the scenes to make this an efficient and effective way to access...

  12. 01 - Overview of CJIS

    CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems) is a general term we use for the systems, databases, and services from the FBI CJIS Division and even State CJIS systems. Let's get a general understanding of what CJIS is, what is out there, and how it's used. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 What is...

About this show

Learn about Criminal Justice Information Systems ("CJIS") used by law enforcement and criminal justice agencies in the United States of America.

Hosted by

Alan Peto

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does CJIS Insights Podcast have?

CJIS Insights Podcast has 12 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 15, 2025.

What is CJIS Insights Podcast about?

Learn about Criminal Justice Information Systems ("CJIS") used by law enforcement and criminal justice agencies in the United States of America.

How often does CJIS Insights Podcast release new episodes?

CJIS Insights Podcast publishes about every 49 days, based on its 12 episodes since June 2024.

Who hosts CJIS Insights Podcast?

CJIS Insights Podcast is created and hosted by Alan Peto.
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