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Honoring Independence: The Significance of The 4th of July
July 2024 Over 200 years ago this month, a resolution was passed by the Second Continental Congress approving independence from Great Britain rule, forming our 13 original colonies as a new country, the United States of America. Drafted by the Committee of...
Enhancing IT Support for Effective CAD and RMS Systems
Article PDF June 2024 The mission-critical role of Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management Systems (RMS) in public safety operations cannot be overstated. These systems, which streamline emergency response, enhance data management, and foster...
WA State Patrol fined $750,000 for failing to disclose public records after crash
The Seattle TimesMay 6, 2024By Mike Carter Article Link The Washington State Patrol has been fined $750,000 for public-disclosure failures surrounding a couple’s efforts to find out why troopers dismissed a citation given to a driver believed responsible for a...
What Defines an Original Copy: Deciphering ‘Copy of Record’, ‘Duplicate’, and ‘Draft’ in Government Records
Article PDF May 2024 "Copy of Record". What does it mean? Can you believe in the 21st century, many government agencies are still creating paper records as the de-facto medium of choice? In similar vein, many choose to scan records which could have been created...
HPD’s dropped cases raise questions on Houston’s crime rate
By Matt deGrood, Amelia Winger April 29, 2024 Article link Ever since the Houston Police Department announced it had suspended around 10% of all incident reports since 2016, citing a lack of personnel, Mayor John Whitmire has used it to assert crime is much...
Understanding Legal Frameworks for Government Agencies to Embrace Electronic Records
Article PDF March 2024 In a world where people can shop, travel, manage finances, and communicate with each other with a device in the palm of their hand, why do some law enforcement agencies still use paper records? Why does government in general still use fax...
The Unseen Force of Change Agents in Records Management
Article PDF February 2024 Change is hard, but in law enforcement, there is a key position that is often overlooked to help make it happen. In the information and technology driven era of policing, which isn't going away, this key position must be filled with...
Reflecting on 2023: A Gratitude-filled Message from PRI CEO Ed Claughton and Exciting Plans for 2024!
Message PDF December 2023 As 2023 draws to a close, I want to personally express my gratitude for your ongoing support of PRI. Your partnership has been the cornerstone of our success, and I am truly thankful for the trust you have placed in us. In the past...
Public Records and Law Enforcement: Legislative Changes Impacting The Profession
Article PDF September 2023 In the last few years, a nationwide effort has expanded to improve transparency and accountability, particularly within law enforcement. The widespread unrest that swept through numerous cities eroded public trust in law enforcement....
PRI Expansion Grows Company to Serve Government Enterprise with Records and Technology Solutions
Print PDF September 15, 2023 Established in 2008, PRI has consistently grown as a highly specialized public safety records management and technology firm with an unwavering commitment to our clients. PRI provides expert training, consulting, and compliance-related...