Can personal checks with a theft report on file be entered into the article file?

Personal checks that have a theft report on file cannot be entered into the article file because they are considered stolen property. Law enforcement agencies and related databases maintain strict protocols about handling stolen items, ensuring that reported losses are accurately logged and that stolen property is not misrepresented in law enforcement records. By not allowing the entry of these checks, the system helps prevent complications in tracking stolen items and ensures that recovered property can be accurately returned to the rightful owner. This policy also supports integrity in criminal investigations and helps keep accurate records of stolen property without hindrance to ongoing cases. The other options suggest circumstances whereby checks could be logged, which conflicts with established protocol for dealing with stolen property.