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url: 'https://co.giglio-bradylist.com/operation-personnel-violations/misuse-department-records'
title: 'Misuse of Department Records | Public Complaint Categories'
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  name: Anonymous
updated: '2023-01-31T23:40:39+00:00'
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summary: 'Misuse of Department Records is part of the Public Complaint Categories taxonomy used by Colorado Brady List. The misuse of department records, which occurs when a police officer accesses or alters department records for purposes other than those for which they were intended. This can include accessing confidential information, altering records to cover up misconduct, or using department records for personal gain. The misuse of department records by police officers can harm the integrity of the police department and undermine public trust in law enforcement.'
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  - 'Operation | Personnel Violations'
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  site_name: 'Colorado Brady List'
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  updated_time: '2023-01-31T15:40:39-0800'
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## [Misuse of Department Records

 ](/operation-personnel-violations/misuse-department-records)

The misuse of department records, which occurs when a police officer accesses or alters department records for purposes other than those for which they were intended. This can include accessing confidential information, altering records to cover up misconduct, or using department records for personal gain. The misuse of department records by police officers can harm the integrity of the police department and undermine public trust in law enforcement.