Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Practice Exam

What is a Control Terminal Agency (CTA)?

1. An agency that registers motor vehicles

2. An agency that is required by NLETS in each state

3. An organization that trains law enforcement

4. A department monitoring criminal offense

The correct answer is: An agency that is required by NLETS in each state

A Control Terminal Agency (CTA) refers specifically to an agency designated within each state for the purpose of operating and managing access to various criminal justice information systems, including nationwide databases. This function ensures that the CTA maintains compliance with regulations set forth by NLETS (National Law Enforcement Teletype System), which facilitates secure communication and data exchange between states. By fulfilling this role, the CTA ensures that law enforcement agencies and other authorized entities can effectively and efficiently retrieve and share vital criminal justice information. The other options represent different types of agencies or functions but do not align with the specific role of a Control Terminal Agency. For instance, agencies that register motor vehicles or monitor criminal offenses may handle important information but do not possess the specific responsibilities and regulatory requirements that define a CTA. Training for law enforcement also does not cover the compliance and operational aspects of data handling as mandated by NLETS.