What must an agency do if it identifies that one of its TCIC/NCIC records is fraudulent?

When an agency identifies that one of its TCIC/NCIC records is fraudulent, it is crucial that the agency cancels the record using proper procedures. This process ensures that the integrity of the criminal justice databases is maintained and prevents any misuse of the fraudulent information.

Failure to cancel the record could lead to significant issues, such as wrongful arrests or violations of individuals' rights based on incorrect data. Proper procedures for cancellation involve following the established protocol for updating or removing records within the TCIC/NCIC systems. This ensures that all relevant parties are notified, and the record is officially and accurately updated.

Others options may suggest actions like reporting to the state government or archiving the record, but those do not address the immediate necessity of rectifying the false information in the databases, which can have immediate real-world implications. Conducting an internal investigation could be a part of the process to understand how the fraud occurred, but the priority should be immediate cancellation to protect the accuracy of the information contained within these critical law enforcement tools.