# NCITE®  Mobile Detective

> Law enforcement tool for accessing NCIC and NLETS databases. (iPhone/iPad app by HID Global Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ncite-mobile-detective/id579863794 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HID Global Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/657306800)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 7 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-12-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ncite-mobile-detective/id579863794/reviews.md

## What is NCITE®  Mobile Detective?

FOR OFFICIAL LAW ENFORCEMENT USE ONLY -- UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO ACCESS FBI AND STATE DATABASES ARE LOGGED AND REPORTED

NCITE(R)  Mobile Detective is an application designed for law enforcement officials to access information from NCIC and NLETS.

The application complies with CJIS Security Requirements established by the FBI, including FIPS 140-2 compliant encryption methods.

With NCITE Mobile Detective, you can query individuals, vehicles, articles, guns, and boats, as well as perform many other NLETS queries.

The application returns DL photos for all states that participate in photo queries (most states).

Agencies interested can visit www.ncite.com.

## Key features

- Access NCIC and NLETS databases
- Query individuals, vehicles, articles, and guns
- Comply with CJIS Security Requirements
- FIPS 140-2 compliant encryption
- Retrieve DL photos from participating states


## Frequently asked questions about NCITE®  Mobile Detective

### What is NCITE Mobile Detective used for?

NCITE Mobile Detective is designed for law enforcement officials to access information from NCIC and NLETS databases. It allows for querying individuals, vehicles, articles, and guns, among other NLETS queries.

### Is NCITE Mobile Detective available to the public?

No, NCITE Mobile Detective is strictly for official law enforcement use only. Unauthorized access attempts are logged and reported.

### Does NCITE Mobile Detective require a subscription?

NCITE Mobile Detective is available for free. Agencies interested in using the application can visit www.ncite.com for more information.

### What security features does NCITE Mobile Detective have?

The application complies with CJIS Security Requirements established by the FBI, utilizing FIPS 140-2 compliant encryption methods for secure data access.

### Can I get driver's license photos through NCITE Mobile Detective?

Yes, the application returns DL photos for all states that participate in photo queries, which includes most states.

### What devices does NCITE Mobile Detective support?

NCITE Mobile Detective is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is NCITE Mobile Detective updated?

The latest version of NCITE Mobile Detective is 3.1.0, which was last updated on July 10, 2024. Updates ensure compliance and functionality.

### What is the user rating for NCITE Mobile Detective?

NCITE Mobile Detective has a rating of 3.9 stars based on 7 ratings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2024-07-10

Changes to accommodate new CJIS requirements.

### 3.0.2 — 2023-07-24

* Fixed crash related to the "Scan VIN Barcode" feature.

### 3.0.0 — 2018-05-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

-Version support for iOS 10 and 11
-Minor enhancements and bug fixes

### 2.2 — 2015-05-30

Version 2.2:
- Improved QuickSearch feature, allowing users to specify the type of search they are performing for more accurate results (Any, VIN, D/L, Plate, etc.)
- Minor bug fixes and other enhancements

Version 2.1.1:
- Security updates and bug fixes.

Version 2.1:  
- New voice recognition feature added.  Officials can now dictate their queries using a phonetic alphabet.  
- New RAW data viewer.
- Mechanisms to change NCITE server added.

Version 2.0:  
- Optimized for iOS 8.0. 
- Added support for the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

### 2.1.1 — 2015-04-25

Version 2.1.1:
- Security updates and bug fixes.

Version 2.1:  
- New voice recognition feature added.  Officials can now dictate their queries using a phonetic alphabet.  
- New RAW data viewer.
- Mechanisms to change NCITE server added.

Version 2.0:  
- Optimized for iOS 8.0. 
- Added support for the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

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