Is MULES available to non-law enforcement agencies?

MULES, which stands for Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System, is designed primarily for use by authorized law enforcement personnel. This system contains sensitive information that is integral to maintaining public safety and ensuring effective law enforcement operations. Access is carefully controlled and restricted to trained and designated individuals within law enforcement agencies.

The rationale behind limiting access to law enforcement only is to protect the integrity and confidentiality of the data contained within MULES. It ensures that sensitive information can only be accessed by those who are trained to use it appropriately and understand the legal implications involved in handling such information. This helps to prevent abuse and misuse of the data that could arise if non-law enforcement agencies were granted direct access.

While there are mechanisms in place for non-law enforcement entities to obtain certain information—typically through requests made with the assistance of law enforcement—those entities cannot directly access MULES themselves. This highlights the importance of ensuring that sensitive law enforcement data is kept secure and handled by authorized professionals.