West Midlands Police (WMP) has reported a total of 1,193 requests for information under the Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme (CSODS) from January 1, 2023, to May 11, 2026. This scheme, commonly known as Sarah's Law, allows individuals to inquire if someone who has contact with a child has a history of child sexual offenses or poses a risk to children. Out of these requests, over 250 disclosures were made regarding sex offenders. The peak year for inquiries was 2024, with 503 requests and 74 disclosures. This initiative was established following the tragic abduction and murder of eight-year-old Sarah Payne by a convicted sex offender in 2000. Although it is not a formal law, Sarah's Law provides crucial guidance for the public to request information about specific individuals. Anyone concerned about a child’s safety can apply for this information, not just parents, ensuring a wider community involvement in child protection efforts. WMP emphasized that the information shared is aimed at safeguarding children and may be communicated to relevant parties, such as the child’s parents.