Reforming Florida’s Sex Offender Registry Laws
Recording #303. Dear Members and Advocates, As a member of an organization that advocates for second chances, I found myself conflicted this week when adding this post to our forum (about the “Man Who Scammed Registrants was Caught”). For years, we’ve received reports about a widespread scam targeting individuals on the registry, where scammers impersonate law enforcement and claim the registrant has
Read moreAs part of NACDL’s Second Chance Month social media campaign, we are gathering stories and insights from people who have been impacted by the criminal legal system. If you have been incarcerated, we invite you to share your voice about reentry through this brief survey. Your voice – and the voices of those in your community – can highlight the
Read moreA Georgia man has been arrested for scamming persons forced to register as sex offenders. This individual reportedly contacted registrants, falsely claiming to be a law enforcement officer, and demanded money under threats of arrest for supposed non-compliance with registration requirements. Many members of the Florida Action Committee (FAC) have fallen victim to similar scams, and while we are relieved
Read moreIdaho Gov. Brad Little has signed legislation allowing Idaho courts to impose the death penalty for people convicted of lewd conduct with children under 12 years old. SOURCE
Read moreTwo things happened this past week that have been in process for years. Most important first: we went to trial. Nine pseudonymous plaintiffs in a civil rights lawsuit offered evidence in a federal trial in Jefferson City, Missouri about the impact that the sex offense registry has had on them. This case, like many others like it around the country,
Read moreRecording #302. Dear Members and Advocates, For decades, we’ve watched the pendulum of public policy swing further toward ever-harsher laws, restrictions, and social ostracization for people on the registry. But lately, we’re seeing signs that the tide may be turning. Across the country, courts, lawmakers, and even the public are increasingly recognizing the unintended consequences of blanket restrictions. Just this
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