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Back Using Megan・s Law Information to Commit a Felony by Darren Kavinoky Using Megan・s Law Information to Commit a Felony Megan・s Law allows law enforcement agencies to collect information about sex offenders, notifying the public about sex offender・s who pose a risk to the public. The California Department of Justice (DOJ) maintains the registered sex offender database. Pursuant to California Penal Code Section 290, persons convicted of specified sex crimes are required to register as sex offenders with a local law enforcement agency. Prior to their release from prison, jail, mental hospital, or on probation, sex offenders are notified in writing of their duty to register, and a copy of the notification form is forwarded to the DOJ. When a sex offender is released into the community, the agency forwards the registration information to the DOJ. With few exceptions, the registration requirement is a lifetime mandate. During annual registration, the registered sex offender is required to verify his or her name and address or temporary location. Failure to properly register may be a felony and may count as a Author's Biography: Posted on: June 9,2006 Email: dsm4life1@juno.com Website: http://www.nocuffs.com |
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