What does MILPERSMAN 1770-020 cover?
MILPERSMAN 1770-020 covers the regulations and procedures regarding Duty Status - Whereabouts Unknown (DUSTWUN) and "Missing" Status Recommendations.

What is the purpose of MILPERSMAN 1770-020?
The purpose of MILPERSMAN 1770-020 is to provide guidance and regulations for determining and handling cases where military personnel are missing or their whereabouts are unknown.

What is Duty Status - Whereabouts Unknown (DUSTWUN)?
Duty Status - Whereabouts Unknown (DUSTWUN) refers to the reporting status assigned to military personnel when their whereabouts cannot be determined or verified.

At what point should the DUSTWUN status be assigned to military personnel?
The DUSTWUN status should be assigned to military personnel if they cannot be located within 24 hours of their expected time of arrival at their designated duty location.

What actions should be taken upon assigning the DUSTWUN status?
Upon assigning the DUSTWUN status, an immediate effort should be made to locate the individual by contacting their emergency contacts, investigating their last known location, and coordinating with other involved parties.

When should the "Missing" status be recommended?
The "Missing" status should be recommended when, after a reasonable period of time and thorough investigation, the military member's whereabouts are still unknown, and there is sufficient evidence that the person is not absent from their duty without proper authority.

How is the "Missing" status recommendation determined?
The "Missing" status recommendation is determined based on input and findings from the investigation conducted by appropriate authorities, considering all available information and circumstances surrounding the disappearance.

Who is responsible for approving the "Missing" status recommendation?
The approval authority for the "Missing" status recommendation varies depending on the location and command structure, but it is typically a designated officer or official within the military chain of command.

What happens after the "Missing" status is approved?
Once the "Missing" status is approved, appropriate actions are taken based on the circumstances, such as initiating search and rescue operations, informing higher headquarters, and coordinating with law enforcement agencies if necessary.