For how long are unidentified persons records retained in the system?

Unidentified persons records are retained indefinitely until they are either cleared or canceled. This policy ensures that important information regarding unidentified individuals remains accessible for law enforcement agencies to utilize in their investigations. Keeping these records indefinitely allows for the possibility of identification should new evidence or information emerge. The ability to clear or cancel a record provides a mechanism for law enforcement to maintain accurate and up-to-date information in the system, reflecting any changes in status regarding the unidentified persons. The other options suggest specific time frames or conditions for retention, which do not align with the policy in place for unidentified persons records.