The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6383, aims to create a tiered system for the Connecticut Sex Offender Registry. This system will categorize sexual offenders into three risk levels: lowest risk, moderate risk, and highest risk, based on an assessment of each individual offender. Additionally, the bill seeks to amend current statutes to undo retroactive application of the sexual offender registration requirement for individuals who have fully served their sentences prior to the establishment of the sex offender registry.
The intent of this legislation is to provide a more nuanced approach to the management of sexual offenders in Connecticut, ensuring that those who pose a lower risk are not subjected to the same registration requirements as higher-risk offenders. By implementing this tiered system, the bill aims to balance public safety with fairness for individuals who have completed their sentences.