An Act relative to level-three sex offender residency restrictions
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to restrict the residency options for level three sex offenders in Massachusetts. Specifically, it aims to limit these offenders to residing in licensed residential facilities or designated housing approved by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. The bill seeks to enhance public safety by controlling where these offenders live and potentially increasing oversight of their placement. It also intends to ensure that these individuals are living in environments designed to minimize risk to the community.
Key provisions
- Level three sex offenders must reside in licensed residential facilities.
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation will designate approved housing options.
- The Department will oversee the placement of offenders to ensure public safety.
- The bill aims to limit the distance between offender residences and schools, parks, and playgrounds.
- It requires the Department to maintain a registry of approved housing locations.
Who is affected
- Level three sex offenders
- Families living near approved housing locations
- Licensed residential facilities
- Department of Conservation and Recreation
- The general public
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a more structured system for managing the residency of level three sex offenders.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Steven George Xiarhos
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