New bill in Congress affecting sex offenders

There is a new bill in Congress HR 61 – Fair Chance for Youth Act of 2017 the purpose being “To provide for the expungement and sealing of youth criminal records, and for other purposes.” However, if the offense is a sex offense, that youth would not be eligible for expungement and sealing of youth criminal record. Again it seems that more than the “offense type” should play a part in any denial, but I am not in Congress. Readers should contact their representatives in DC and try to get…

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U.S. Sentencing Commission Seeks Public Comments

The U.S. Sentencing Commission is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to the federal sentencing guidelines. The deadline for public comment is February 20, 2017.  One of the proposed amendments is related to first offenders and alternatives to incarceration. The Commission plays an important role in the sentencing of individuals convicted of federal sex offenses, including possession of child pornography.  Written comments should be sent to the Commission by either electronic mail or U.S. mail. The E-mail address is Public_Comment@ussc.gov and mailing address is U.S. Sentencing Commission, One Columbus Circle, N.E., Suite 2-500, Washington, D.C. 20002-8002,…

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