House Bill No. 742, introduced by Representative Cox, seeks to amend Louisiana's sex offender registration and notification laws by expanding the definition of "sex offense" to include unlawful deepfakes and additional offenses against minors. The bill introduces new definitions for sexual offenses involving minors, such as unlawful deepfakes depicting minors and various forms of prostitution. It also repeals certain existing provisions while enacting new ones to clarify the registration and notification processes, including the requirement for offenders to notify law enforcement of any changes to their registration information within three business days.

Key changes in the bill include the establishment of different registration update frequencies based on the nature of the offense, with offenders of aggravated or multiple offenses required to update every ninety days, and those convicted of offenses involving minors every six months. The bill mandates that offenders provide detailed personal information during registration, including their physical characteristics and residential address, which must be visible on their social media profiles if applicable. Additionally, it modifies the notification process, requiring offenders to appear in person at law enforcement agencies for updates and removing exemptions for certain offenders regarding photograph requirements. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of sex offender registration and notification laws in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
HB784 Original: 15:541(24), 15:542(C)(1), 15:1(A), 15:1(A)(1)
HB784 Engrossed: 15:541(24), 15:542(C)(1), 15:1(A), 15:1(A)(1)