FL: Shaming alert: Jackson County’s sex offender notification changes

[wjhg.com – 7/14/20] JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (PRESS RELEASE) – Effective immediately, all sex offenders moving into Jackson County will have their picture, address, offender status, and certain information regarding their crime(s) posted on the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. Sexual predators moving into the area, as well as those relocating within the county, will also be posted. This measure is not for punitive purposes, but to better insure the safety of our most vulnerable citizens. Read the full article  

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CA: Authorities issue warning regarding release of ‘dangerous sex offender’ from Coalinga State Hospital

Officials in Orange County are issuing a warning to county residents regarding the release of a “dangerous sex offender” from Coalinga State Hospital after more than 20 years. County District Attorney Todd Spitzer and Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Michelle Steel are also urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to intervene in the release of ___ ___ ___. They’re also asking that the governor reinstate the requirement that he register as a sex offender. … In 1985, Smith pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor sexual offense involving a child and had to register as…

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