Without exigent circumstances, who must approve the dissemination of Personally Identifiable Information in the Suspicious Activity Reporting System?

The approval for the dissemination of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in the Suspicious Activity Reporting System must come from the Chief of Police or his/her designee due to the sensitive nature of such information. This requirement ensures that there is a high level of oversight and accountability in how PII is handled, reflecting the importance of privacy and proper protocol when dealing with such data.

The Chief of Police or their designee is typically in a position to understand the implications of releasing such information and can assess the necessity and appropriateness of sharing it in a given situation. Establishing this chain of command helps protect the integrity of the information and the individuals associated with it, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access or misuse.