Auditing local criminal history record systems

The bureau shall conduct annual audits of a representative sample of local criminal justice agencies to ensure completeness and accuracy of criminal history record information and to ensure compliance with legal requirements for the reporting, collection, maintenance, and dissemination of criminal history record information. Audits must be conducted to ascertain compliance with North Dakota Century Code sections 12-60-16.1 through 12-60-24 and this article. Upon completion of each audit, the bureau shall submit to the attorney general a written report setting forth the audit methodology and a summary of findings and recommendations. The audits of state and local agencies must include: an inspection of facilities and equipment; observation of equipment and procedures; interviews with management and staff personnel; examination of files, documents, and other material; analysis of record samples; and review of all relevant written standards, guidelines, regulations, manuals, and training materials.