I’m thinking of buying a high-tech radio transmitting bracelet for a close family member who has early-stage dementia. What do I need to know?

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A new state law now lets police officers activate high-tech bracelets worn by a child or adult with disabilities that can help them locate a missing child or adult. A family member would first have to file a missing-persons report with police, who can then activate the bracelet. That, in turn, dials 911 which will provide the person’s location. It was previously illegal for the tracking devices to call 911.