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NY Court of Appeals says localities can’t prohibit where sex offenders live
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Robert Ortt |
“Protecting our communities from the most horrific of criminals should be among the most basic functions of government,” said Ortt. “Unfortunately, current law allows serious sex offenders to reside next door to schools, or live across the street from their victims. This legislation will address this blatant gap and the serious concerns of law enforcement, schools, parents, and victims.”
Ortt’s legislation would prohibit Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders from residing within 1,500 feet of their victim; entering or residing within 1,500 feet of school grounds; and from attending or participating in school events or activities. Violators would face a class E felony charge, punishable by up to one to four years in prison. The bill has been referred to the Senate Crime Victims, Crime and Correction Committee.
Ortt is also sponsoring legislation to clarify the definition of residency to as it pertains to sex offenders. Currently, offenders can register at a primary address, but spend significant time elsewhere, violating the original intent of reporting requirement laws. Ortt expects the Senate to take this measure up, as well as a host of other public protection initiatives, this legislative session.
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