Can an AQ (Additional Query) be sent to a specific agency using their 9-character ORI?

The correct answer indicates that an Additional Query (AQ) cannot be sent to a specific agency using their 9-character ORI. In the context of the Indiana Data and Communications System (IDACS), the AQ is designed to retrieve information from the appropriate database while adhering to established protocol and necessary permissions. Queries are typically routed through a central system, rather than being directed to individual agencies based solely on their ORI.

This approach ensures that privacy and data protection measures are maintained, as individual agencies may have different protocols for data handling. Additionally, the method of querying data is intended to provide a standardized process that does not bypass the regulatory framework that governs information sharing among law enforcement entities.

As a result, while the 9-character ORI identifies agencies within the system, it does not facilitate direct querying of a specific agency through an AQ, hence validating the chosen answer that represents the limitations of the system.