What is required for an adult missing person record to be entered into the NCIC?

For an adult missing person record to be entered into the NCIC, signed documentation by a parent or legal guardian is required. This requirement is in place to ensure that there is a legitimate and verified reason for the entry of the missing person report into the system. The involvement of a parent or legal guardian helps to confirm the relationship and necessity of the report, especially since adults have the legal right to make their own choices about their whereabouts.

This process maintains the integrity of the NCIC database by preventing unauthorized or frivolous entries. Additionally, ensuring proper documentation serves to protect individuals' privacy and prevents misuse of the system.

While it may seem appealing for options that suggest less or no documentation, such as neighbor consent or waiving requirements altogether, those approaches do not fulfill the necessary legal and procedural standards established for maintaining accurate and responsible records in the NCIC system.