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Use this form to provide information related to federal crimes .
The FBI has 56 field offices centrally located in major cities throughout the U.S.
601 4th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20535
26 Federal Plaza
New York, NY 10278
11000 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024
2111 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
All information is reviewed by FBI personnel. Based on the information provided, the FBI may conduct follow-up interviews or investigation. The time frame for follow-up varies based on the nature of the information.
Yes, you can report anonymously. However, providing contact information allows our agents to follow up if they need additional information, which may increase the effectiveness of your tip.
For personal background checks, you need to submit a request to the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division. Visit our Identity History Summary Checks service page for detailed instructions.
Internet crimes should be reported to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov.
