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CLARIS (Clandestine Lab Reporting Information System)

What is CLARIS?

CLARIS (Clandestine Lab Reporting Information System) is a web-based data collection system for reporting and analysis of lab seizure data used mainly by law enforcement agencies in Illinois. With CLARIS, remote users, access the program and centralized database at the Authority using a Web-browser.

How is the system structured?

Remote users access a centralized database at the Authority using a Web-browser. Data is transmitted between users and the Authority database via a high-speed Internet connection. Several levels of security have been built into the system, including password-protected logons and integrated collection of security measures designed to prevent unauthorized electronic access.

Who uses CLARIS?

Claris is used by the Illinois Meth Response Teams and other Drug Enforcement Groups who perform Methamphetamine Lab Seizures. The statistical tabulations are transferred to members of the ISP management who deal with drug crimes.

What data are collected in CLARIS?

All information required by the El Paso Information Center (EPIC the federal Meth Lab tracking agency) is collected in CLARIS.

How do agencies use the data?

Agencies use CLARIS to file the required EPIC report, and to perform local monthly and annual statistical tabulations.

For more information about CLARIS?

Contact the ICJIA Information Systems Unit (ISU) Help Desk at 312-793-8550 or Email CJA.Claris@Illinois.gov.