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A records retention program that reflects consistent procedures based on business needs will generally be legally acceptable. Inconsistent procedures may be viewed as attempts to destroy evidence and circumvent justice. Improper destruction of records 'lo

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p. 132
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A records retention program that reflects consistent procedures based on business needs will generally be legally acceptable. Inconsistent procedures may be viewed as attempts to destroy evidence and circumvent justice. Improper destruction of records 'looks bad' and raises judicial concern about possible evil intent or wrongdoing.

Citation Source: 
Skupsky and Manta–a 1994

A Glossary of Archival and Records Terminology