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ME - Reworking Sex Registry

Original Article 01/08/2011 State and federal laws appear to be on a collision course when it comes to sex offenders. Federal laws have become increasingly strict and demanding, while the Maine Supreme Judicial Court has raised serious concerns about some requirements in existing state law. Balancing these two pressures will make the work of the Legislature?s Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee especially difficult in this realm. On the federal side, the pressure comes in the form of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act, legislation signed in 2006 aimed at conforming state rules for sex offenders. A key provision of the law requires a three-tiered system based on the severity of the crime and age of the victim. Those in tier III must meet every three months with designated officials...continue to full post

Full post as published by Sex Offender Issues on January 08, 2011 (boomark / email).