Even in the age of constant communication and GPS, tens of thousands of people go missing in the United States every year.

According to FBI statistics, in 2013 there were more than 627,000 missing persons reports entered into the National Crime Information Center’s Missing Person File. This database contains records for those who are missing under circumstances indicating they may be in danger, are under the age of 21, have a missing disability, or fall under other criteria which may place them at risk. Of these, more than 84,000 remained active at the end of 2013, with juveniles accounting for more than 40% of those still missing.

What should you do in the unfortunate event that one of your family members goes missing?

Find more information on resources for crime victims and their families at FindLaw’s Learn About the Law section on Crime Prevention and Victim Resources.

Related Resources:

  • After a Child Abduction, 1st Steps Are Crucial (FindLaw’s Blotter)
  • Nat’l Missing Children’s Day: Facts, Tips Every Adult Should Know (FindLaw’s Law and Daily Life)
  • CA Plans Quick Response to Find Missing Children (FindLaw’s Blotter)
  • ‘People’s Court’ Missing Mom’s Kids Returned (FindLaw’s Law and Daily Life)

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