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PC 878

Para añadir un inciso 24 al Artículo 10 de la Ley 151-2004, según enmendada, conocida como "Ley de Gobierno Electrónico", a los fines de establecer en el portal electrónico principal del Gobierno de Puerto Rico un enlace que permita el acceso al portal del Registro de Personas Convictas por Delitos Sexuales y Abuso Contra Menores, y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico requires all government websites to link directly to the sex offender and child abuse offender registry to increase public access to convicted offender information.

Ley 101-2026
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Bill Summary · PC 878

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 878 modifies Puerto Rico's Electronic Government Law (Law 151-2004) to require the main government portal and all agency websites to maintain a direct link to the Sex Offender and Child Abuse Offender Registry. This mandate ensures public accessibility to information about individuals convicted of sexual crimes and crimes against minors.

Why is this important

Public sex offender registries serve public safety by enabling citizens, particularly parents and caregivers, to identify convicted offenders in their communities. Centralizing access through government portals increases awareness and reduces barriers to obtaining this critical safety information. This reflects a policy prioritization of transparency and child protection measures.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy vs. Public Safety: Critics may argue that prominent government links to offender registries increase stigmatization and may violate rehabilitation principles, while advocates emphasize community protection needs
  • Technical Burden: Requiring all government agencies and instrumentalities to maintain and update links creates ongoing administrative costs and IT compliance responsibilities across government entities
  • Registry Scope and Accuracy: Questions about which offenses qualify, data currency, and whether the underlying registry itself is sufficiently comprehensive and reliable before amplifying its visibility

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

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