Codifies AG recommendations for issuing Amber Alert when family member abducts child.
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Overview
This bill codifies the Attorney General’s recommendations for issuing Amber Alerts when a child is abducted by a family member. It establishes specific criteria that law enforcement officials must consider before activating an Amber Alert, including factors like threats of harm, past abuse, use of violence, and the abductor’s history. The bill also outlines how the alert will be disseminated to the public through media broadcasts and transportation signage, and includes provisions for public education and social media outreach. It aims to improve the response to family abduction cases, particularly in light of past incidents.
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Joseph Cryan
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