Sarah's Law (UK)

Who can apply

Applications can be made by a parent, guardian or primary carer of a child, or any person with a legitimate concern for a child's safety (for example, a neighbour or teacher).

• You must have responsibility for, or concern about, a specific child.
• You will be asked to explain why you are worried about a named individual.
• The police will conduct identity checks on the applicant.

How to request a disclosure

1. Contact your local police via 101/non-emergency channels or in person.
2. Provide details about the person you are concerned about and the child involved.
3. Police carry out initial safeguarding and identity checks.
4. If appropriate, a formal application and risk assessment follows.
5. Where necessary for the child's safety, police may disclose relevant information to the applicant or another person able to protect the child.

Disclosures are made only when necessary and proportionate for safeguarding. Information given must be kept confidential.

What you may need

• Proof of your identity and address.
• Details of the person you are concerned about (name, address, relationship to the child).
• Reasons for concern (behaviour, circumstances, access to the child).

Official guidance

• Contact the police (101)
• Gov.uk: Sex offender registration
• NSPCC: Keeping children safe