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| Most children that are reported missing haven’t been fingerprinted since birth. |
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
(DNA)
DNA is a key element of
what families should have
on hand for their children’s
identification. Like
fingerprints and dentition, DNA
will not help find a missing child
but is used to identify someone.
DNA has become the “gold
standard” for all identification
matters.
NCMEC strongly encourages
parents and guardians to take a
DNA sample of their children as
a precautionary measure in case
their children become missing.
No one should store DNA except
parents and guardians.
(DNA)
DNA is a key element of
what families should have
on hand for their children’s
identification. Like
fingerprints and dentition, DNA
will not help find a missing child
but is used to identify someone.
DNA has become the “gold
standard” for all identification
matters.
NCMEC strongly encourages
parents and guardians to take a
DNA sample of their children as
a precautionary measure in case
their children become missing.
No one should store DNA except
parents and guardians.
| Photo Identification (ID) Families should have current photographs of their children. These photographs can often be obtained free-of-charge or for a nominal fee from a number of sources. The photograph should be a full-face shot in color, and capture the way children really look. Photographs should be taken at least every six months and kept in a safe and readily accessible place. In addition to the photograph, parents and guardians should also have a written description of their children. The description should include: Hair color; Eye color; Weight; Height; Date of Birth; and Unique physical attributes such as eyeglasses, braces, tattoos, birthmarks or piercings. |
| Our kits have been specifically designed to be easy to follow and time friendly! It only takes less than 10 minutes of your time to be proactive about your child's safey! |