82C- Laptop Computer Usage - 2019

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82C-MDT/Laptop Use (Registry Computer) Policy & Procedure Page 2 of 6 It is the policy of the Lexington Police Department that: • Employees using mobile computers and software will be trained to the appropriate level of use; • Mobile computers are to be used for legitimate police business, research and investigations; • Employees are responsible for ensuring that mobile computers are used in an effective, efficient and lawful manner; • Random and periodic audits of laptop use and log files will be made at the Department's discretion; and • The security and safety of mobile computers is a top priority for employees assigned this equipment. DEFINITIONS  MDT: Mobile Data Terminal (LAPTOP): A cruiser-mounted or otherwise portable computer used by trained and certified department members for purposes of accessing Criminal Justice Information System, Criminal History Systems Board, Law Enforcement Administrative Processing System records, police department information systems or other available information via secure access to various information bureaus.  Accounts: All users are responsible for the proper use of the accounts, including proper password protection. Accounts will be created and assigned by the Account Administrator.  CJIS: Criminal Justice Information System: The computerized network, services and applications that offers law enforcement agencies within the state and nationally secure access to state and interstate criminal history, driver and vehicle records, restraining orders and other important confidential data.  CHSB: Criminal History Systems Board: The state agency responsible for maintaining the state’s law enforcement data communications network and systems and for the processing and dissemination of C.O.R.I. to authorized entities and persons.  C.O.R.I.: “Criminal Offender Record Information”: records and data in any communicable form compiled by a criminal justice agency which concern an identifiable individual and relate to the nature or disposition of a criminal charge, an arrest, a pre-trial proceeding, other judicial proceedings, sentencing, incarceration, rehabilitation, or release. For a more in-depth definition, see Department policy 82B- Criminal Offender Record Information.  LEAPS: Law Enforcement Administrative Processing System