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Title of bill
An act to amend the correction law, in relation to requiring the division of criminal justice services to provide the name and address of each level two and level three sex offender to each adult resident residing in the county in which such sex offender resides
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill directs the Division of Criminal Justice Services to annually provide a list of all level 2 and 3 sex offenders residing in a county, to the residents of such county.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1 amends paragraphs (b) and (c) of subdivision 6 of section 168-1 of the correction law, paragraph (b) as amended by chapter 513 of the laws of 2011 and paragraph (c) as separately amended by chapters 318 and 680 of the laws of 2005.
Section two is the effective date.
Justification
Notification provisions of New York States sex offender laws need to be strengthen to ensure that the public is aware where they reside. This measure would require Division of Criminal Justice Services to annually provide to all county residents a list of all level 2 and 3 sex offenders residing in their county. This bill will enhance public protection and raise awareness of county residents about individuals who may be residing in their neighborhoods who have committed sex crimes. Disclosure of these individuals will
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New bill.
Fiscal implications
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Effective date
This act shall take effect January 1.
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