The bill amends the Sex Offender Registration Act of 1997 to enhance public safety by requiring the disclosure of a sex offender's physical address. Specifically, it mandates that the complete address, including street name, house number, apartment or unit number, county, city, and zip code, be made public for registered sex offenders classified as Level 3 or Level 4 offenders, as well as for Level 2 offenders if the victim was 14 years old or younger at the time of the offense. This change aims to provide citizens with comprehensive information to protect themselves and their families from potential dangers posed by sex offenders.

Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, stating that the immediate implementation of these changes is necessary for the preservation of public peace, health, and safety. It emphasizes the importance of complete information in the sex offender registry to help citizens make informed decisions about their safety in daily activities. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor or after the expiration of the veto period if not acted upon.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1004 Original - 11-17-2022 02:37 PM: 12-12-913(j)
Old version HB1004 V2 - 1-10-2023 10:01 AM: 12-12-913(j)
Old version HB1004 V3 - 1-23-2023 10:05 AM: 12-12-913(j)
Old version HB1004 V4 - 1-23-2023 10:38 AM: 12-12-913(j)
Old version HB1004 V5 - 1-30-2023 09:35 AM: 12-12-913(j)
HB 1004: 12-12-913(j)
Act 37: 12-12-913(j)