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HB 3242

Creating a domestic violence registry

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Pushkin

HB 3242 creates a statewide domestic violence registry to publicly list convicted offenders, improving awareness and safety for victims and the public.

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Bill Summary · HB 3242

HB 3242 - Creating a Domestic Violence Registry

Summary

HB 3242 proposes the establishment of a statewide domestic violence registry in the state. The main purpose of the bill is to create a public database that would list individuals convicted of domestic violence offenses, with the goal of improving public awareness and safety.

Key Provisions

  • Requires the creation of a searchable online registry maintained by the state Department of Law Enforcement
  • Mandates that anyone convicted of a domestic violence crime be listed on the registry, including details of their offense and sentence
  • Allows victims of domestic violence to petition to have their abuser's information included on the registry, even without a conviction
  • Imposes penalties for individuals who fail to register or provide false information
  • Grants public access to search the registry and view offender profiles

Impact and Affected Parties

  • If enacted, this bill would primarily impact those convicted of domestic violence crimes, who would be required to register and have their information publicly disclosed
  • Victims of domestic violence could use the registry to track their abusers and be aware of their location and criminal history
  • The general public would also have access to the registry, allowing them to search for domestic violence offenders in their community

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee for initial consideration
  • A companion bill, SB 2028, has been introduced in the state Senate
  • If passed by the legislature, the domestic violence registry would need to be established and operational within 12 months of the bill's effective date

Overall, HB 3242 aims to create a centralized system for tracking and publicly disclosing the identities of those convicted of domestic violence crimes, with the intent of enhancing public awareness and safety around these issues.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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