What information should be included when querying a person through TCIC/NCIC?

When querying a person through the Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), it is essential to include the first name, last name, and date of birth in the request. This combination of details helps to accurately identify the individual in question and distinguishes them from others with similar names. The first name and last name provide clear identification, while the date of birth acts as a critical piece of additional information that can significantly reduce the chances of mistakenly identifying someone else.

Using all three of these identifiers ensures that the query is as specific and precise as possible, thereby helping law enforcement efficiently access accurate information. The inclusion of the date of birth is particularly important, as there may be multiple individuals with the same name, and without it, there is a higher chance of confusion and misidentification in the databases.