The bill amends the existing criminal procedure laws in Wyoming to reclassify certain criminal offenses related to sexual offenses, thereby requiring more frequent verification of sex offender registrations. Specifically, it mandates that offenders convicted of specific crimes involving minors must report their current address to the sheriff every three months, as opposed to the previous six-month requirement. The bill also stipulates that offenders whose appearance has changed substantially must be photographed by the sheriff at least annually, with confirmation of this verification sent to the division within three working days.

Additionally, the bill eliminates certain offenses from the previous registration requirements, particularly those involving victims aged thirteen to fifteen, and specifies that the new regulations will only apply to offenders convicted on or after the effective date of the act, which is set for July 1, 2025. This legislative change aims to enhance public safety by ensuring more rigorous monitoring of sex offenders and preventing them from petitioning to be relieved from registration requirements.

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Introduced: 7-19-302