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Sex offender registry

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'It's been hell,' convicted sex offender speaks about registry

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ACLU files 4th lawsuit saying Michigan Sex Offender Registry still 'unconstitutional'

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A look inside the Sex Offender Registry Office

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5 Investigates discovers sex offender registry loophole

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How does the sex offender registry work in California? New SB 384 Law

A sex offender registry is a system in various countries designed to allow government authorities to keep track of the activities of sex offenders including those who have completed their criminal sentences. In some jurisdictions, where sex offender registration can, registration is accompanied by residential address notification requirements. In many jurisdictions, registered sex offenders are subject to additional restrictions, including on housing. Those on parole or probation may be subject to restrictions that do not apply to other parolees or probationers. Sometimes, these include restrictions on being in the presence of underage persons, living in proximity to a school or day care center, owning toys or items targeted towards children, or using the Internet. Sex offender registries exist in many English-speaking countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, South Africa, the United Kingdom, Israel and the Republic of Ireland. The United States is the only country with a registry that is publicly accessible; all other countries in the English-speaking world have sex offender registries only accessible by law enforcement.
    • Sex offender registries by country 

    • Application to offenses other than felony sexual offenses 

    • Additional restrictions beyond public notice 

    • Effectiveness and consequences