Organizations were included in the directory if they provided, as a major function, information services on a national, regional, or statewide basis. Information services could include database searches, document dissemination or delivery, practical information on creating programs, reference services, or technical assistance. The organizations listed here also answer telephone and mail requests and charge reasonable fees for membership and services. The 158 entries in the directory consist of the following information: parent organization, information center or library, address, telephone number, member of Criminal Justice Information Exchange (CJIE), user restrictions, year established, head of center, number of staff, contact person, objectives, services offered, collection size, and publications. 5 appendixes