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NamUs Database Application
The NamUs database fills an overwhelming need for a central repository of information related to missing, unidentified, and unclaimed person cases. The database is searchable by all, with biometric and other secure case information accessible only to appropriate, vetted criminal justice users.
Missing person records can be entered into NamUs by anyone, including the general public; however, all cases are verified with the appropriate law enforcement agency prior to publication in NamUs.
Unidentified and unclaimed person records are entered into the NamUs database by medical examiners, coroners, and other criminal justice designees.
Missing and unidentified person cases in NamUs are automatically compared to locate potential matches based on dates, geography, and core demographic information. Advanced searches can be performed to locate matches based on additional unique descriptors such as scars, marks, tattoos, clothing, jewelry, etc.
NamUs Application Improvements
USER EXPERIENCE - SYSTEM PERFORMANCE - SECURITY
Streamlined System Registration
Streamlined system registration and case entry improves overall user experience with wizards, dashboards, modern web tools, and a single login for all case types.
Advanced Search
Upgraded “advance search” tools enable faster and more complex searching of the system to increase case resolutions.
Enhanced User Dashboard
Manage both Missing and Unidentified cases from one central location.
Data Security
Moved the NamUs system to the OJP SecureCloud to enhance system performance while maintaining the highest level of security of sensitive case data and personally identifiable information.
Enhanced Case Mapping
Individually map cases directly from the NamUs record, or display advanced search results on maps that pinpoint specific address locations for vetted professional users.
Case Matching
Updated case matching algorithms increases resolutions by enhancing demographic and geographic searching.