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PS 564

“Para enmendar el Artículo 7 de la Ley Núm. 266-2004, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley de Registro de Personas Convictas por Delitos Sexuales y Abuso contra Menores”, a los fines de crear un enlace mediante “Scan QR Code” que conecte directamente al Registro de Ofensores Sexuales; crear pegatinas o letreros con el “Scan QR Code” que deberán colocarse en todas las escuelas públicas, privadas e iglesias-escuelas para que los estudiantes, sus padres, cuidadores y/o tutores puedan acceder al registro de manera rápida desde sus teléfonos inteligentes o tabletas; y para otros fines relacionados.”

2025-2028 Session

Proposes mandatory QR code stickers in Puerto Rico schools and churches linking to sex offender registry for public access, currently not recommended for approval by committee.

Comisión no recomienda aprobación de la medida
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Bill Summary · PS 564

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 564 proposes amending Puerto Rico's sexual offender registry law to create QR code links that connect directly to the sex offender database. The bill requires QR code stickers or signs to be placed in all public schools, private schools, and church-affiliated schools so students, parents, guardians, and caregivers can quickly access the registry via smartphones or tablets.

Why is this important

The bill aims to enhance child safety by making sex offender information more accessible to families and educational communities in real time. Faster access to offender data could help parents make informed decisions about their children's safety and allow schools to better monitor individuals in proximity to minors.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and stigma concerns: Permanent public accessibility via QR codes could create ongoing reputational consequences for registered individuals attempting rehabilitation and reintegration, raising due process and rehabilitation questions
  • Accuracy and data management: Maintaining current QR codes and registry data across numerous institutions creates operational burden and risks spreading outdated or incorrect information
  • Scope and effectiveness: Placing signs exclusively in schools and churches may create a false sense of security while missing other community spaces; effectiveness in preventing offenses remains empirically unclear
  • Implementation costs: Requiring stickers, signs, and ongoing maintenance across all public and private educational institutions statewide involves significant unfunded mandates

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

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