Policy
Employees conducting criminal history checks shall disclose restricted or privileged information and data in accordance with established data practices and other statutes governing such disclosure. Any MPD case supplements or summaries should include the following information regarding criminal history data:
- Purpose of the investigation and reason for the criminal history check;
- Identity of the source of the data or information; and
- Disposition of criminal history data.
Definitions
Refer to the Commonly Used Terms page for general definitions.
- Investigation: A structured process of gathering, examining, and evaluating facts and evidence to determine what occurred, assess compliance with laws and policies, and support appropriate actions or decisions.