Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Practice Exam

When might CJPs share limited information with the public?

1. Only during official press releases

2. When responding to questions about case files

3. When a public inquiry is made about a lost person or vehicle

4. On social media platforms

The correct answer is: When a public inquiry is made about a lost person or vehicle

Sharing limited information with the public can be appropriate, particularly when there is a specific public interest or urgency, such as in the case of inquiries about a lost person or vehicle. In these scenarios, Criminal Justice Professionals (CJPs) may release information to aid in locating the individual or vehicle and to involve the community in their efforts. This proactive approach can help gather more resources, tips, or leads that may be critical in solving the case. While CJPs are typically cautious about what information they disclose to avoid jeopardizing investigations or violating privacy, responding to inquiries regarding missing individuals or vehicles often necessitates community engagement, making it a situation where sharing information is not only permitted but also encouraged. Other options, such as press releases, case file inquiries, and social media platforms, are generally more controlled and may require a strategic or situational justification for sharing information, often focusing more on formal communication strategies rather than direct public engagement regarding urgent matters.