Information Found in Your State's Sex Offender List

Due to the implementation of national requirements for sex offender registrations within the states under the Adam Walsh Act, every state must now offer a sex offender list online for the public to search and learn about possible threats in their neighborhood. Each state's facilities are different, but the required information remains the same across state lines. Here, you'll find a discussion of the types of sex offender lists available as well as the information contained in them.

Online Sex Offender Most Wanted Lists

Each state has an online resource per the Adam Walsh Act for the public to learn about predators living in their neighborhood. Most states will also provide the photos and general information about absconded offenders and predators so that anyone can be aware and keep their eyes open for these individuals. Should you ever think you recognize a most wanted offender in your area, call the local law enforcement officials immediately.

You may also choose to take a look at the National Sex Offender Public Website to see the most violent predators that are currently being searched for by the FBI and Department of Justice.

Information in Sex Offender Lists

A sex offender list, or registry as your state may call it, contains identifying and locating information on each registered offender within the area. Current and past residences, current workplace addresses, physical descriptions and level of offender are all commonly included. Offenders may be rated as a Tier 1,  2 or 3 offender; level 3 offenders are the most violent and must update their registration information with the local authorities every three months for the rest of their lives. Registration requirements for level 2 and 1 offenders are less stringent.

Other information which may be contained in your state's sex offender list includes past charges, court decisions, time served and facility information, as well as current probation situation. Some states may have different definitions of a "predator" versus an "offender." You may also be able to search for email and online IDs used by convicted offenders to protect your online ventures. Many states will offer an alert service which sends an email when a new offender is either released from prison or moves to your area, too.

Research your state and local registration sites and utilize maps, lists and registries to inform your family about possible threats in the neighborhood. Many allow you to search a specific address or zip code, providing a map of highlighted areas where offenders currently reside or work. This can prove to be invaluable information if your children walk to school or you're considering hiring a neighbor as a babysitter.

State-Specific Sex Offender List Information:

Alabama Sex Offender List

California Sex Offender List

Colorado Sex Offender List

Florida Sex Offender List

Georgia Sex Offender List

Illinois Sex Offender List

Indiana Sex Offender List

Iowa Sex Offender List

Kansas Sex Offender List

Kentucky Sex Offender List

Michigan Sex Offender List

Missouri Sex Offender List

Ohio Sex Offender List

Texas Sex Offender List

Utah Sex Offender List

Virginia Sex Offender List

Washington Sex Offender List

Wisconsin Sex Offender List