Agency has
failed to demonstrate utility of the information, e.g., what
"decisions" are made on the basis of the data. What would be the
specific effects if the data were not collected and published? Why
should the Federal Government collect and distribute to the states
nation-wide information about the age, sex, and ethnic origin of
persons arrested? Why should California need to know about
Maryland's experiences?
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/18/1985
12/31/1984
0
0
16,452
0
0
8,742
0
0
0
NEEDED TO COLLECT INFORMATION
REGARDING NUMBER OF PERSONS ARRESTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. DATA ARE PUBLISHED IN COMPREHENSIVE
ANNUAL "CRIME IN THE UNITED STATES."
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.