Which statement best describes detainee information privacy?

• A. Limited access, secure records, and sharing only on a need-to-know basis.
• B. Public posting of detainee information to the unit.
• C. Sharing detainee information with family members without consent.
• D. No privacy protections apply.

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is how detainee information should be handled to protect privacy. Detainee data should be accessible only to staff who need it to perform their duties, kept in secure records, and shared only on a legitimate need-to-know basis. This protects individuals’ rights and reduces the risk of misuse or exposure of sensitive information. Public posting of detainee information would expose private details unnecessarily and violate privacy expectations. Sharing information with family without consent bypasses controls and can breach policies or laws. Saying there are no privacy protections would leave detainees vulnerable and create liability. So, limiting access, securing records, and sharing only when truly necessary is the correct approach.