§2153. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
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1.
Clearinghouse.
"Clearinghouse" means the Missing Children Information Clearinghouse established pursuant to section 2155.
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2.
Commissioner.
"Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Public Safety.
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3.
Department.
"Department" means Department of Public Safety.
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4.
Director.
"Director" means the Director of the Missing Children Information Clearinghouse.
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5.
Missing child.
"Missing child" means an individual:
A.
Who is under 18 years of age;
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B.
Whose temporary or permanent residence is in or is believed to be in this State;
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C.
Whose location is not determined; and
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D.
Who has been reported as missing to a law enforcement agency.
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6.
Missing child report.
"Missing child report" means a report prepared on a form designated by the department for use by private citizens and law enforcement agencies to report information about missing children to the clearinghouse.
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SECTION HISTORY
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