Question

When an agency finds a vehicle abandoned, an entry should be made into the TCIC Stored/Abandoned Vehicle file if the _____________.

1) Vehicle is stolen
2) Vehicle is damaged
3) Vehicle is unregistered
4) Vehicle is blocking traffic

Answer 1

An entry should be made into the TCIC Stored/Abandoned Vehicle file when an agency finds that a vehicle is stolen. This helps in its recovery and aids law enforcement efforts.

Step-by-step explanation:

When an agency finds a vehicle abandoned, an entry should be made into the TCIC Stored/Abandoned Vehicle file if the vehicle is stolen. The TCIC (Texas Crime Information Center) or equivalent state crime information systems in other states maintain records of vehicles to assist in law enforcement. When a vehicle is determined to be stolen and has been abandoned, it is crucial to record this information in the TCIC to aid in both the recovery of the vehicle and the potential prosecution of the crime.