Computerized Criminal History

Overview
A Computerized Criminal History (CCH) system is a central repository for data on subjects arrested for specified criminal offenses. It is used by the criminal justice community for decisions regarding investigations, arrests, bail/bond, criminal charges, plea bargains, convictions, probation, and placement in correctional facilities. It is also used during mandated background checks on individuals seeking employment or licensing for various positions. CCH also contains valuable information for researchers.