The bill amends K.S.A. 22-4902 and K.S.A. 22-4906 of the Kansas offender registration act, expanding the definitions and categories of offenders required to register. It clarifies that "offender" includes sex offenders, violent offenders, drug offenders, and individuals mandated to register under out-of-state laws or court orders. The definition of "sex offender" is broadened to include various crimes such as sexual battery, sexual extortion, and offenses involving minors. Additionally, the bill specifies that certain juvenile offenders will not be required to register for specific offenses, like unlawful transmission of visual depictions of a child.

The bill establishes specific registration durations based on the nature of the offense and the offender's confinement status, with most offenders required to register for 15 years if not confined, or 25 years for serious offenses, including sexual crimes against minors. It mandates lifetime registration for offenders convicted of severe crimes such as rape or aggravated human trafficking, as well as for those with multiple convictions. The bill also introduces provisions for juvenile offenders, detailing registration requirements based on age and offense severity, and repeals existing statutes K.S.A. 22-4902 and 22-4906 to streamline the registration process and ensure compliance with Kansas laws for out-of-state offenders.

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