The passage of the recent ordinance requiring sex offenders to place a sign in their yard has generated quite a furor over how unfair this ordinance is to the offender and his or her family. Full Article
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As the author correctly points out, families will certainly think twice before reporting an abusive family member. It’s already happening with Megan’s Law websites, so a big sign in the front yard will certainly deter reporting. Nota bene: It will deter reporting – it will NOT deter offending.
Some lawmakers really aren’t very bright!!