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Uniform Crime Report: Definitions And Classifications

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The Uniform Crime Report (UCR) Program was established in 1930 by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This program allows for the reporting of crime statistics across the United States. Law enforcement, including city, county, state, tribal, and university agencies send information to the Federal Bureau of Investigation so that crime data can be compiled. Uniform crime reports provide agencies with standard classifications and definitions of crimes. This makes it easier for agencies to send the information to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Having the same definitions and classifications for crimes allow for statistical comparisons between departments and various geographical areas. Crimes can have differing definitions and classifications.

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