What does a wanted person inquiry (QW/ZW) do with active protective order records?

A wanted person inquiry (QW/ZW) is designed to cross search active protective order records as part of its process. This means that when law enforcement agencies are conducting inquiries to locate individuals who are wanted, they also check for any existing protective orders that may be in place against those individuals.

Cross searching ensures that the relevant authorities are aware of any legal restrictions or protective measures associated with the subject of the inquiry. This is important for the safety of victims involved in protective orders and aids law enforcement in potentially assessing the risks associated with apprehending a wanted person.

The other options do not accurately reflect the nature of a wanted person inquiry. Simply not cross searching or deleting records would disregard important information that could affect safety and legal proceedings, while archiving would imply that the records are stored for future reference rather than actively considered during the inquiry.