A variance is granted to BJS to continue collecting limited race data on the perceived race of offenders. OMB will be very interested in learning the results of the study being conducted by BJS and the Census Bureau to examine the interviewer write in entries for respondents who had difficulty providing an answer to the question. The results should be described in the next clearance request.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2009
07/31/2009
07/31/2006
154,000
0
208,100
62,620
0
74,030
0
0
0
The National Crime Victimization Survey collects analy
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.