What does CACD mean in UNCLASSIFIED

The Crimes Against Children Division (CACD) is a specialized unit of law enforcement within the FBI which is dedicated to investigating and prosecuting crimes against minors, such as child abduction, homicides, exploitation, and abuse.

CACD's primary focus is on federal crimes against children. This includes but is not limited to abductions, interstate transportation for illegal activities, internet-related sexual exploitation of children, production and/or distribution of child pornography and other crimes that cross state lines that involve children.

CACD works in partnership with local law enforcement agencies to ensure that all aspects of criminal investigations involving children are conducted quickly and efficiently. Local law enforcement contacts the FBI’s CACD when they need expert assistance or resources in locating missing children or bringing perpetrators of violent crimes against children to justice.

No. Family disputes, including custody issues between divorced parents or reported child abuse within families should be referred to your local law enforcement or Child Protective Services agency instead.

If you have any information about a crime committed against a minor or any suspicious activity related to the exploitation or trafficking of minors please contact your local police department first if it involves an immediate emergency situation or call the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678 if it does not involve an emergency situation.

Yes. The CACD works closely with foreign government officials and various non-governmental organizations in order to facilitate effective prosecution across borders. In certain scenarios, such as kidnapping cases involving multiple countries, U.S.-based agents may travel abroad in conjunction with foreign governments in order to expedite investigations and bring suspects back into U.S jurisdiction for trial purposes.

All members assigned to work with the Crimes Against Children Division receive specialized training from both national and international experts which includes instruction in interview techniques, investigative strategies specific to this type of crime as well as legal considerations including extradition procedures when dealing with international cases.

Yes! Parents should talk openly with their kids about online safety habits such as monitoring their Internet activity periodically; setting up parental controls on devices they use; educating themselves on current trends like cyberbullying; installing reputable security software; being aware of predators who may try to make contact via social networking sites; reporting suspected cases immediately; establishing rules for appropriate online behavior etc..

YES! The FBI works closely with community leaders and teachers through its Safe Online Surfing Program (SOS) which provides age-appropriate educational materials covering topics such as cyberbullying awareness and prevention along with lessons regarding general online safety habits.