Law enforcement agencies, public safety departments, and local government offices that handle criminal justice information (CJI) must follow CJIS Security Policy requirements. Non-compliance can lead to data breaches, service interruptions, and federal penalties.

Here’s what agencies need to know to stay CJIS-compliant in 2026.

1. Advanced Authentication (AA) Requirements

Any remote access to CJI systems requires MFA and secure connection protocols.

2. Secure Workstations & Network Segmentation

CJI must be isolated from general business networks.
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3. Logging & Audit Controls

CJIS requires detailed event logging for all CJI access attempts.
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4. Background Checks for Personnel

Everyone with access to CJI must undergo fingerprint-based checks.

5. Physical Security Requirements

Agencies must control physical access to servers, terminals, and rooms storing CJI.

6. Incident Response Plans

CJIS requires documentation and testing of incident response.

7. Encryption Standards

All CJI must be encrypted at rest and in transit.

8. Vendor & IT Provider Compliance

Any IT provider supporting CJIS systems must follow CJIS controls.
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Final Thoughts

CJIS compliance is complex—but with the right partner, it becomes manageable, testable, and secure.

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