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Jail Management System Enhanced Functionality for NCIC

SmartCOP enhances its NCIC jail management system feature in SmartJAIL, allowing agencies to run NCIC checks during booking for safer, faster inmate processing.At the time this was written, SmartCOP, Inc. was doing business as CTS America.

SmartCOP is proud to announce a major enhancement to its NCIC jail management system capabilities through SmartJAIL version 9.4. This update introduces a powerful feature that allows client law enforcement agencies to run NCIC checks for wanted persons directly through the Jail Book application.

This upgrade offers a significant advantage for corrections and detention officers by improving booking and release workflows. Officers can now quickly identify if an inmate has outstanding warrants, enhancing facility safety and operational efficiency. The real-time integration with NCIC reduces manual work, minimizes the risk of oversight, and provides immediate alerts during critical moments in the intake process.

Why NCIC Integration in Jail Management Matters

Running a national criminal database check (NCIC) as part of the inmate booking process is critical for public safety. Integrating this function directly into a Jail Management System (JMS) streamlines operations and ensures compliance with national reporting and information-sharing standards.

Key Benefits of SmartJAIL’s NCIC Integration

  • Immediate alerts on wanted persons during booking or release
  • Reduced paperwork and duplicate data entry
  • Improved safety for jail staff and surrounding law enforcement agencies
  • Faster inmate processing for high-volume or rural facilities
  • Integration with SmartCOP’s fully integrated public safety software suite

About CTS America (Now SmartCOP, Inc.)

CTS America, now operating as SmartCOP, Inc., is a privately held Florida corporation engaged in the development, implementation, and support of a fully integrated suite of public safety software solutions, including:

  • Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)
  • Records Management System (RMS)
  • Mobile Computing with Field-Based Reporting (FBR)
  • Jail Management System (JMS)

SmartCOP’s solutions are designed to work together and respond to real-time demands in law enforcement, fire, EMS, and corrections.

With the addition of NCIC Jail Management System capabilities, SmartJAIL continues to prove its value as a reliable, efficient, and secure solution for agencies across the country.