BREAKING NEWS: Millions of Records Missing From NICS!

Published on January 3, 2023
Duration: 6:23

This report details significant failures within the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), highlighting millions of missing disposition records from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) components, including Customs and Border Protection. These systemic issues, confirmed by an Office of Inspector General report, raise serious questions about the effectiveness of NICS in preventing prohibited individuals from acquiring firearms, as evidenced by past tragedies. The video also touches on the importance of self-defense organizations like the USCCA.

Quick Summary

The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) is failing due to millions of missing disposition records from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), particularly within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). An Inspector General report found DHS components did not consistently submit required data, hindering the FBI's ability to prevent prohibited persons from acquiring firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Government Violating NICS
  2. 00:24USCCA Sponsorship & Self-Defense
  3. 00:53NICS Background Check Purpose
  4. 01:11Inspector General Report Findings
  5. 01:33DHS Non-Compliance with NICS
  6. 02:36CBP Deficiencies
  7. 02:56Arrestees Transferred to ICE
  8. 03:27DHS Delays & Unresponsive Inquiries
  9. 03:48Delayed Responses & Air Force Failures
  10. 04:10Coast Guard NICS Failures
  11. 04:36Systemic Government Failures
  12. 05:11NICS Effectiveness Questioned
  13. 05:34Closing Remarks & Safety

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NICS system and what are its primary goals?

NICS, the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, was established to prevent individuals legally prohibited from owning firearms, such as convicted criminals, from acquiring them through licensed dealers. Its aim is to enhance public safety by keeping guns out of the wrong hands.

What did the Inspector General's report reveal about DHS and NICS compliance?

An Office of Inspector General report found that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) did not consistently comply with NICS requirements. This resulted in millions of criminal charges missing disposition data, hindering the FBI's ability to conduct thorough background checks.

Which DHS component has the most missing disposition records in NICS?

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has the highest number of missing disposition records within the Department of Homeland Security. This deficiency impacts the accuracy of NICS checks, particularly concerning individuals apprehended by CBP.

How do transfers of arrestees affect NICS reporting?

When CBP transfers arrestees to ICE or other agencies for proceedings, and these individuals are not in CBP custody when their cases conclude, the disposition information is often not provided to federal authorities for NICS reporting, creating gaps in the system.

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