What is the retention period for temporary felony wanted persons?

The retention period for temporary felony wanted persons is established at 48 hours. This means that when a temporary felony wanted person is entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database, the information will be maintained in the system for a duration of 48 hours. If the issuing authority does not confirm the request for continued retention within this timeframe, the record is removed from the database. This 48-hour window is crucial because it allows law enforcement agencies to act on the information promptly while also ensuring that only current and relevant data is maintained within the system. The shorter retention period reflects the need for timely updates in active investigations, making it important for officers to act quickly on such alerts.