The FIND Act aims to enhance the procedures for reporting and managing cases of missing persons in Ohio by amending sections 2901.30, 2901.41, and 2901.42 of the Revised Code. Key provisions include the requirement for law enforcement agencies to enter information about missing persons into the national missing and unidentified persons system (NamUs) if a missing child is not located within thirty days of the report. The act defines "NamUs" and establishes that law enforcement must integrate relevant information into this system, as well as the national crime information center, to aid in the identification and recovery of missing individuals.

Additionally, the act mandates that law enforcement agencies develop written policies for handling missing person reports and provides guidelines for notifying relevant parties when a missing person is found. It emphasizes the importance of timely action and communication among law enforcement agencies and the families of missing persons. The act also clarifies that it does not create a private cause of action for damages against law enforcement for non-compliance with its provisions. Overall, the FIND Act seeks to improve the effectiveness of responses to missing person cases and ensure better coordination among law enforcement agencies.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2901.30, 2901.41, 2901.42