Registry Matters

In this episode, we delve into a mix of intriguing legal and travel-related issues. First, we explore the implications of renouncing U.S. citizenship and the subsequent requirements for registry when visiting as an EU citizen. We then dissect a pivotal Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals decision, which impacts parental contact during supervised release, shedding light […]

In this episode, our legal experts delve into the case of a former police officer who has secured a plea deal potentially leading to probation. Recently relocated to Texas, he faces challenges regarding the transfer of his probation supervision from New Mexico. Key issues include the adherence to interstate compact rules and the implications of […]

In a significant development, the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) has agreed to lower the tier assignments for individuals convicted of attempted offenses, following a lawsuit challenging the practice of equating attempt crimes with their completed counterparts for registry purposes. This decision, now formalized by a Los Angeles Superior Court order, marks a departure […]

This episode will feature a varied mix of content. We’ll provide updates on legislation in West Virginia and review some pertinent articles. The highlight of the episode will focus on a judge who was ousted in Illinois. And we also have a question or two [2:56] Seeking advice on post-prison life, employment challenges as a […]

In this episode of Registry Matters, we focus on legislative advocacy, specifically discussing a lengthy bill from Oklahoma and its potential impact. We listen to a voicemail to address issues raised by Eric in a voicemail. [3:11] Listener Alex, worried about a police visit after his son’s doctor visit, seeks advice. [31:57] Oklahoma legislation aims […]

This episode provides updates to legislation around the country and discusses PFR registration, adding new offenses, and juvenile offender rules. Future adjustments aim for better legislation, ensuring compliance and protecting rights. [2:51] The content discusses the experience of a person on the registry facing travel challenges, specifically mentioning a cruise line that does not do […]

In this episode, we explore the legal intricacies of Louisiana’s PFR registration laws in the case between Aaron Nelson, et al. and Jeffrey Landry, Louisiana’s Attorney General. Uncover the debate over branding sex offender labels on IDs and the social media ban, and delve into the implications of the court’s partial victory. Join us for […]

Our program tonight goes over the myth of “Frightening and High”. Politicians, leveraging unfounded fears of high sex offender recidivism, have crafted oppressive laws. These were upheld by the Supreme Court, relying on a debunked 80% recidivism rate from a 1986 article, causing widespread harm to registrants. [4:26] Ex-cop critiques podcast’s license plate reader discussion […]

[1:23] Question from a listener who hopes for parole release this year and intends to challenge the Texas PFR registration statute, believing it unconstitutional like Roe vs. Wade. He perceives attorneys’ reluctance to challenge it due to fear of public backlash, but he himself is unafraid. [11:27] A comment from a listener on YouTube thinks […]

[1:27] Navigating the termination of sex offender registration in California involves assessing eligibility based on meeting the mandatory registration period, having no pending charges, and being classified as a “Tier Three – Lifetime” registrant. Petitioning is possible even with out-of-state convictions, given compliance with the relevant tier’s mandatory minimum registration requirements. Individuals placed in a […]