Is authentication for access to FBI CJIS data/CHRI required to occur at the FBI?

The assertion that authentication for access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) data or Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) does not have to occur at the FBI is accurate. CJIS data access includes a framework that allows for state and local agencies to authenticate users based on their own standards and policies. This means that agencies can implement their own authentication processes, such as multi-factor authentication and user identity verification, which can take place at various levels within law enforcement organizations without necessitating direct authentication by the FBI itself. Furthermore, it emphasizes the responsibility that agencies have in managing their internal access to sensitive data while still complying with CJIS security policies. This decentralized approach enhances flexibility and allows for tailored security measures suited to each agency's specific needs and operational capabilities.