The FIND Act, introduced in the 136th General Assembly, aims to enhance the procedures for reporting and managing cases of missing persons in Ohio. The bill amends sections 2901.30, 2901.41, and 2901.42 of the Revised Code to require 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 bill defines "NamUs" as the national missing and unidentified persons system created by the U.S. Department of Justice and mandates that law enforcement agencies develop written policies to follow when handling missing person reports.

Key provisions include the requirement for law enforcement to integrate information about missing children and adults into NamUs after a specified period, as well as the obligation to notify relevant parties when a missing child is found. The bill also emphasizes the importance of cooperation among law enforcement agencies and the sharing of information to aid in locating missing individuals. Additionally, it establishes that the attorney general will publish best practices protocols for addressing missing person reports, ensuring that all law enforcement agencies adhere to these guidelines.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2901.30, 2901.41, 2901.42