Leave Relationships Unconfirmed — Leave Relationships Unconfirmed

If reliable evidence is missing, personal information should be left unconfirmed rather than speculated upon. Under the Privacy Act of 1974, individuals have a legal right of amendment to correct inaccurate, irrelevant, or incomplete records held by federal agencies.

This right highlights the necessity of having clear processes to address and correct errors promptly. When in doubt, prioritize factual silence and be prepared to correct any unverified claims immediately.