Internet Crime Complaint Center

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Internet Crime Complaint Center
Type: Government Program
Parent organization: [[Federal Bureau of Investigation]]
Employees: Not publicly specified; part of the FBI's Cyber Division
Executive: Not publicly specified; managed by FBI leadership
Budget: Part of the FBI's budget; specifics not disclosed
Address: Not publicly specified; operates within FBI facilities
Website: https://www.ic3.gov/
Creation Legislation: [[No specific legislation; part of FBI's broader authority under the Federal Bureau of Investigation]]
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Mission
The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) serves as the central point for reporting cyber-enabled crimes, aiming to increase public awareness, provide a reliable reporting mechanism, and assist law enforcement in preventing and investigating internet-based fraud and other cybercrimes.
Services

Complaint intake; Cybercrime reporting; Data analysis

Regulations


The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is a partnership between the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C) that provides the public with an easy-to-use platform to report internet-related criminal complaints. It collects, analyzes, and disseminates data to support law enforcement's efforts in combating cybercrime.

Official Site

Mission

The mission of the IC3 is to combat internet crime by offering a centralized reporting system, aiding law enforcement in identifying trends and patterns in cybercrime, and educating the public on how to protect themselves from online threats. It strives to be a proactive tool in the fight against digital crime.

Parent organization

Legislation

IC3 doesn't have specific legislation for its creation but operates under the broader mandate of the FBI to investigate and prevent crime.

Partners

  • National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C) is a key partner, though specific partnerships beyond this are not detailed in the provided references.

Number of employees

The number of employees specifically dedicated to IC3 is not publicly specified as it's part of the larger FBI structure.

Organization structure

  • IC3 is managed by the FBI's Cyber Division, with analysts who review and process complaints.
  • It does not have a separate public organizational chart but functions within FBI's operational framework.

List of programs

  • Cybercrime Complaint Intake
  • Data Analysis for Law Enforcement
  • Public Awareness Campaigns

Last total enacted budget

The budget for IC3 is part of the FBI's overall budget, with specific figures not publicly disclosed.

Leader

Leadership for IC3 is not publicly specified; it's managed by FBI officials within the Cyber Division.

Services provided

IC3 provides a service where individuals can report cybercrimes including fraud, scams, and other internet-enabled crimes. It processes these complaints, shares information with relevant law enforcement agencies, and uses the data to identify crime trends and educate the public on cyber threats.

Regulations overseen

IC3 does not oversee regulations but ensures that the reporting process complies with federal privacy and law enforcement guidelines.

Headquarters address

The exact address is not publicly specified as IC3 is part of FBI operations.

Website

https://www.ic3.gov/

Wikipedia article

wikipedia:Internet Crime Complaint Center

References

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