An Act relative to the sex offender registry
Overview: H 2645 - An Act relative to the sex offender registryPurpose and Intent: This bill seeks to make several changes to the state's sex offender registry, including expanding
Overview: H 2645 - An Act relative to the sex offender registryPurpose and Intent: This bill seeks to make several changes to the state's sex offender registry, including expanding
Overview: H 2645 - An Act relative to the sex offender registry
Purpose and Intent: This bill seeks to make several changes to the state's sex offender registry, including expanding the information available to the public and enhancing the monitoring and supervision of registered sex offenders.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the sex offender registry to include additional information about registered offenders, such as their employment status and vehicle information
- Mandates more frequent in-person check-ins and home visits for registered sex offenders, particularly those classified as high-risk (level 3)
- Establishes stricter penalties for sex offenders who fail to comply with registration requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Registered sex offenders, who would be subject to the expanded registry requirements and more frequent monitoring
- Law enforcement and the criminal justice system, which would be responsible for maintaining the registry and enforcing the new compliance measures
- The general public, who would have access to more detailed information about registered sex offenders in their communities
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 changes to the sex offender registry would take effect immediately and apply to all registered sex offenders in the state
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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