Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 140 - GEORGIA CRIME INFORMATION CENTER COUNCIL
The Georgia Crime Information Center Council (GCICC) is designated as Department 140 in the Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia. The rules established under this department typically govern the policies and procedures related to the use, access, and dissemination of criminal justice information maintained by the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC), a division of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
Summary of Department 140 – GCICC Rules
Here’s an overview of what these regulations generally cover:
🔒 Access and Use of Criminal Justice Information
Establishes criteria for agencies (e.g., law enforcement, courts) to gain access to criminal justice databases.
Defines who may access criminal history records, fingerprint data, and wanted persons files.
Includes user agreements, training requirements, and data privacy protocols.
📊 Criminal History Record Information (CHRI)
Rules for collection, storage, dissemination, and correction of criminal history records.
Policies for the accuracy and completeness of CHRI.
Procedures for individuals to challenge or correct inaccurate records.
🧾 Audit and Compliance Requirements
Mandates regular audits of agencies that access GCIC data to ensure compliance.
Prescribes penalties or restrictions for non-compliance or data misuse.
🖥️ Technology and Security
Standards for system access, security, and encryption to protect sensitive criminal data.
Requirements for incident reporting, especially regarding data breaches.
👥 Council Responsibilities
The GCIC Council adopts rules, approves policies, and provides oversight over GCIC operations.
Reviews and approves agreements with external agencies regarding criminal information exchange.
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