Active Amber Alerts Great news - we couldn't find any Active AMBER Alerts. What are the AMBER alert requirements in Illinois? Expand Law enforcement must confirm a child has been abducted. The child must be under the age of 16 or have a proven mental or physical disability. Law enforcement must believe the child is in danger of serious bodily harm or death. There is enough descriptive information about the child, abductor, and/or suspect’s vehicle to believe an immediate broadcast alert will help.