Missing Persons

Question 1

Suzanne’s Law

National Child Search Assistance Act

Answer 1

1) All juveniles, 17 and younger, will be entered into NCIC within two hours of receiving the required minimum data elements
2) Missing Persons 18 through 20 years old (even though legally considered adults) will also be immediately entered into NCIC in accordance with the federally mandated Suzanne’s Law within two hours of receiving the required minimum data elements.
3) Adults may go missing for a variety of reasons. However, adults can only be entered into NCIC if they have a disability, are in physical danger, involuntary circumstances, victim of a catastrophe, or other suspicious circumstances.

Question 2

Minimum Data Elements for entry into NCIC

Answer 2

A) Name
B) Date of Birth
C) Sex
D) Race
E) Height
F) Weight
G) Hair Color
H) Eye Color
I) Date of Last known contact.

Question 3

Amber Alert Requirements

Answer 3

1) Confirmed Abduction
2) Child is under 18 years old
3) Threat of serious bodily harm or death
4) Information on suspect and/or vehicle

Question 4

Response Criteria

Answer 4

1) When there is information that indicates the likelihood of death or serious bodily harm to the missing person / runaway
2) When the missing person / runaway meets the criteria for a legal 2000
3) When it does not meet the criteria but the patrol supervisor or watch commander requests it.