What Don't You Know About AMBER Alert?

Most people have some level of knowledge about the AMBER Alert system.

"The concept for AMBER Alert is simple and effective: Law enforcement and the media working together to alert the public and effect the quick, safe recovery of abducted children."

For a better understanding of the AMBER Alert, read AMBER Alert - Best Practices Guide for Broadcasters and Other Media Outlets.

Though this best practices was published primarily for the news media, it is a helpful reference for the rest of us to ensure that we understand what the AMBER Alert can and cannot do.