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In DC we do not indicate a time frame, but we do require the following criteria.
The Amber Alert shall only be activated when all of the following criteria are met:
The abducted juvenile is (17) years of age or younger and it is believed that the juvenile has been abducted.
It is believed that the abducted juvenile is in imminent danger or serious bodily harm or death
An investigation has taken place that verified the abduction, eye witness account, or eliminated alternative explanation.
There is sufficient information about the juvenile, abductor to disseminate to the public that could assist in locating the juvenile, suspect, and or the suspect’s vehicle
The abductor and or the juvenile are likely to still be in the broadcast area.