The bill amends the Kansas Offender Registration Act to include individuals convicted of distributing a controlled substance that results in great bodily harm or death as "violent offenders." This addition establishes a registration requirement for these individuals for a duration of 15 years from the date of conviction or release, aligning it with the registration periods for other serious offenses. The bill also clarifies definitions related to offender registration, ensuring that the terminology is consistent and comprehensive. Existing sections of the law are repealed to accommodate these changes.

Additionally, the bill sets specific registration durations for various serious offenses, with a 25-year registration for certain crimes if the offender is not confined, and lifetime registration for repeat offenders or those convicted of particularly severe offenses like rape. It also addresses juvenile offenders, allowing those under 14 to register until they turn 18, with provisions for non-public registration in certain cases. Offenders relocating to Kansas with prior convictions must register according to the longer duration required by either Kansas law or the law of their previous state. The bill aims to enhance public safety by ensuring thorough monitoring of individuals convicted of serious offenses.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 22-4902, 22-4906