Bill
H 1786
Overview: H 1786 - An Act prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing togetherPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to prohibit level 3 sex offenders from residing together in the
Overview: H 1786 - An Act prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to prohibit level 3 sex offenders from residing together in the same dwelling or within close proximity to one another. The goal is to limit the potential for these high-risk offenders to influence or encourage each other's criminal behavior.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits level 3 sex offenders from residing in the same dwelling or within a specified distance (e.g., 1,000 feet) of another level 3 sex offender's residence
- Requires the state's sex offender registry to track the residential locations of level 3 sex offenders to ensure compliance
- Establishes penalties, such as fines or additional probation time, for level 3 sex offenders who violate the residency restriction
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Level 3 sex offenders, who would be subject to the new residency restrictions
- Law enforcement and the criminal justice system, which would be responsible for enforcing the new law
- Communities where level 3 sex offenders reside, as the bill aims to limit their ability to congregate
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently scheduled for a public hearing on June 17, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in committee A-2
- If passed, the residency restrictions would take effect immediately and apply to all level 3 sex offenders in the state
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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