We receive questions about the AMBER alert program on a frequent basis. While we are not the official representative of the AMBER alert program and can not speak on their behalf, there is knowledge that the public should know about the program.

1. Each state has its own AMBER criteria even though there is a national AMBER protocol.

2. In order to issue an AMBER Alert there must be enough information to report on the victim or suspect, their descriptions, direction of travel, or other substantial facts that the public can look out for.

Here is a link to the national AMBER alert program: http://www.amberalert.gov/guidelines.htm