2005 Maine Code - §2153 — Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]

      1. Clearinghouse. "Clearinghouse" means the Missing Children Information Clearinghouse established pursuant to section 2155.[1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
      2. Commissioner. "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Public Safety.[1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
      3. Department. "Department" means Department of Public Safety.[1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
      4. Director. "Director" means the Director of the Missing Children Information Clearinghouse.[1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
      5. Missing child. "Missing child" means an individual:

A. Who is under 18 years of age; [1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
B. Whose temporary or permanent residence is in or is believed to be in this State; [1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
C. Whose location is not determined; and [1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
D. Who has been reported as missing to a law enforcement agency. [1993, c. 425, §2 (new).] [1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]
      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.[1993, c. 425, §2 (new).]

Section History:

PL 1993, Ch. 425, §2 (NEW).

Disclaimer: These codes may not be the most recent version. Maine may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site. Please check official sources.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.