Division 2.10 Police cooperation (Articles 39 to 46)

Police cooperation between the Member States shall not be limited to using the information in the SIS.

The following is recommended:

1. (a)

   that the Sirene bureaux of the Member States exchange any useful information whilst respecting any national measures taken to implement Articles 39 — 46 using SIS-NET e-mail; and

2. (b)

   that the Sirene bureaux keep each other informed of measures taken at national level, and of subsequent amendments to these measures.

A hit may lead to the discovery of an offence or a serious threat to public security. Accurate identification of a subject may be essential, and the exchange of information, e.g. photographs or fingerprints, is a particularly important factor. Articles 39 and 46 provide the authority for these exchanges which shall take place in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Convention.