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Release: Australia · Updated: 2026-03-12 · Official documentation · View source

ICM Entity Management Firearm form

The Firearm form allows you to create a new firearm entity record within an investigative case, and capture as many identifiable details about the firearm as possible. The firearm entity will automatically link to the case, with options to link the entity to another case, or another entity. Not all fields are mandatory, but a minimum amount of information is required for the record to be searchable within ICM.

  
FirearmSearch for an existing record in the master index to auto-fill its information. If the firearm record has not yet been created, skip this and enter the details manually.
Serial numberSerial number of the firearm.
Alternate serial numberAlternate serial number of the firearm. Used if defaced, partially removed, or re-stamped.
Manufacturer nameName of the manufacturer
Manufacturer countryCountry of the manufacturer
Global gun make codeA unique 3-4 character alphanumeric code assigned to the specific manufacturer.
Model name/numberFirearm model name or number.
Firearm typeThe type of firearm. Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Revolver, or Machine gun
Action typeA firearm's action type, classified by its operating mechanism. Bolt, Semi-automatic, Pump, Lever, Break
Caliber/GaugeDiameter of the firearm barrel. 9mm, 22mm, etc.
Marking/EngravingsDescription of any markings or engravings on the firearm.
Importer NameName of the firearm importer, if imported.
Country of ManufactureFirearm country of Manufacture.
Year of ManufactureFirearm year of Manufacture.
Finish/ColorFinish/Color.
Grip/Stock MaterialWood, Polymer, Metal, or Custom.
Barrel LengthLength of firearm barrel in inches.
Overall LengthLength of firearm in inches.
Magazine CapacityThe number of rounds a firearm's magazine can hold.
Sight TypeIron, Optic, Night sights, Laser
Modifications/Aftermarket partsAny modifications or aftermarket parts found on the firearm.
ConditionCondition of the firearm. New, Used, Poor, Damaged
Unique IdentifiersAny unique identifiers found on the firearm.
StatusStatus of the firearm in relation to the case. Can be - Active - Recovered - Destroyed - Stolen - Unknown
NIBIN Entry FlagWhether a piece of ballistic evidence \(such as a shell casing or a test-fired bullet\) has been reviewed, deemed appropriate, and entered into the NIBIN database.- Yes/No - National Integrated Ballistic Information Network
NIBIN Entry IDIf entered into the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network, NIBIN Entry ID.
Test Fire Result ReferencerUnique ID.
Ballistic Signature IDWhether any unique, microscopic marks were usedto identify the firearm.
Information CompletenessNot all fields are mandatory, but a minimum amount of information is required for the record to be searchable within ICM. The information completeness field indicates whether or not that minimum requirement is met. Displays as Partial or Complete.