What occurs if a hit is not confirmed in time?

When a hit is not confirmed within the designated timeframe, the appropriate action is to disregard the hit. This is important for ensuring that law enforcement agencies operate efficiently and accurately. If a match on a criminal record or a wanted person cannot be confirmed in a timely manner, it is better to avoid acting on potentially erroneous information.

This protocol helps maintain the integrity of the system and prevents possible apprehension or legal actions based on unverified data. While there may be procedures in place for auto-updating or handling cases where a suspect is not confirmed, the main rule is that if verification is not completed in the required timeframe, the alert associated with the hit is simply dismissed to avoid any wrongful actions based on that hit.