The City of Hazelwood, Missouri, has reversed its original position regarding enforcement of a state law declared unconstitutional by a federal district court. In letters dated October 1, 2025, and mailed to all registrants residing in that city, the Hazelwood Chief of Police stated that registrants must post a sign on their home on Halloween.
“It was difficult to understand why the Hazelwood Chief of Police would make such a significant mistake,” stated ACSOL Executive Director Janice Bellucci. “That city, after all, is a party in the lawsuit that successfully challenged the Halloween sign requirement.”
After ACSOL communicated with the law firm representing the City of Hazelwood, the Chief of Police agreed to mail a “Corrected Notice” dated October 8, 2025, to all registrants living in that city. The Corrected Notice asks registrants to disregard the original letter and stated that the police department “will not be monitoring for compliance and/or enforcing any provision of law requiring registered sexual offenders to post a sign on their residence.”
The Corrected Notice also refers to pending litigation regarding the Halloween sign requirement which was declared unconstitutional by a federal district court earlier this year. An appeal of that court’s decision is pending in the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals.
“Until and unless the Court of Appeals reverses the district court’s decision, the state law requiring a sign to be posted on registrants’ homes cannot be enforced,” stated Bellucci. “Any city or county that ignores the district court’s decision could be held in contempt.”
Corrected notice from Hazelwood:
Corrected Notice from Hazelwood - Oct 2025
Good job Janice! Thank you! Hope the 8th CCA comes down correctly when they issue their ruling.
Congratulations Missouri! From Florida
Do they ever consider the embarrassment and possible life long trauma they cause to the children of PFRs, not to mention the teasing by other kids when they find out, the social stigma they must endure because of laws or rules such as this?
Good boy, Jim, now here is a treat.
Amen, and Amen.
Thanks for the excellent work Janice… You and I spoke earlier this morning. You are a kick ass attorney, and, you are the best! Thanks for all that you do!
Great work (again) Janice! If you win this one, I’d love to see you go after the 5pm lockdown for those off paper.
So, basically they just said that they didn’t have to post a sign, but they still have to comply with the other requirements, i.e., “avoiding ‘Halloween-related contact with children,” remaining inside between 5:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., and turning off all outside lighting? And, just so that I understand, this applies to EVERYONE who is required to register, not just those actively on parole, right? As the way this is written, a Wiccan or Pagan parent is not even allowed to participate in religious activities with their child(ren) from October 1st to the 31st, you can’t turn on the porch light so granny can get in without breaking her ankle, and you’re not allowed to walk outside to let your dog go potty. Does that about sum it up? But, hey, no worries, at least they don’t have to post a sign, right? Does everyone see how ridiculous this is? How monumentally idiotic this is? We sit here and talk about how people can change, preach this lesson in schools, churches, to our children, to anyone who is capable of listening, and when they won’t listen, we make them listen anyway, only to turn around and take a group of people and act as if change is impossible for them, as if they have always been and always will be the biggest piece of sh*t in the world. Then we wonder why other who follow and commit similar crimes go to such horrendous lengths to keep their behaviors from coming to light. We should not be proud that we managed to convince a court not to force people to post a sign in their yard, we should be ashamed that we were unable to do more. Yes, these people have made poor choices in their lives, but should they be vilified for the rest of their lives, treated as if they can never again be a part of society? Is that what our world has come to?
I wrote to the Chief when I got home from work last night:
Dustin <***@***> Wed, Oct 8, 12:46 AM (23 hours ago)
to jfhudanick
Chief Hudanick:
I would like to thank you for putting your open defiance of the statewide injunction forbidding the enforcement of Missouri’s Halloween sign statute in the letter issued by your department this past October 1st. I’m sure that letter will be pretty clear and convincing evidence of contempt of the federal court that issued it, as well as support the lawsuit(s) against you and your department that will inevitably be opened by your local People Forced to Register (PFR) by the end of the first week of November. I’m sure the lawyers representing those PFR are equally, if not more, appreciative.
I doubt that email had any role in his reversal. But I like to think I got under his skin a bit.
This weasel gives out his lieutenant’s phone number. Why doesn’t Chief Hudanick answer all questions himself? 🤭
Jim, needs a good treat ( lawsuit hitting his and Hazelwood’s pocketbooks) if he dares tries to trick Janice again.
PAGE ONE: PUBLIC POSTING HALLOWEEN COMPLIANCE IS NOT CONSTITUTIONAL COMPLIANCE Hazelwood, Missouri – October 31, 2025 | Fall (Reckoning)
TO LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS: Before taking office, you swore: “I will support the Constitution of the United States and of this state, and demean myself faithfully in office.” — Missouri Constitution, Article VII § 11
Yet Hazelwood PD now enforces:
Mandatory indoor confinement (5:00–10:30 p.m.)
Forced darkness (lights off)
Decoration bans
Prohibition on peaceful contact (no candy, no greetings)
These mandates violate:
Amendment Violations
First Compelled silence and symbolic erasure—restrictions on porch lights, decorations, and peaceful expression
Fourth Unreasonable surveillance—targeted monitoring without individualized suspicion
Fourteenth Equal protection denied—restrictions apply only to registrants, not the general public
Legal Precedent: U.S. District Judge John Ross ruled Missouri’s Halloween sign law unconstitutional under the First Amendment: “The right to refrain from speaking is protected as strongly as the right to speak.” — Wooley v. Maynard, 430 U.S. 705 (1977)
MYTH VS. FACT: HALLOWEEN SAFETY
No documented child abduction by a stranger on Halloween in over 40 years
Stranger abductions account for only 0.3% of missing child cases annually
Most child abuse occurs within trusted relationships, not during trick-or-treating
This is not protection. It is punitive theater. Hazelwood’s “Corrected Notice” still enforces unconstitutional behavior mandates. Registrants are not props in your fear campaign.
COMPLIANCE CHECKS: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Do not open the door unless necessary
Do not allow officers inside your home without a warrant
Do not consent to any search or entry
Do not speak without legal counsel if questioned
Record all interactions—Missouri is a one-party consent state
Document and report any coercion or intimidation
Your home is not a checkpoint. Your silence is not a crime. Your dignity is not negotiable.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO REGISTRANTS ON PROBATION OR PAROLE
If you are under probation, parole, or supervised release and have signed conditions that include Halloween restrictions, you must comply. Failure to do so may result in violation proceedings.
However, beware of traps:
Ambiguous lighting or decoration rules may trigger contact
Surveillance may be framed as “compliance” but function as intimidation
Even lawful behavior may be misinterpreted without legal protection
Know your terms. Document your compliance. Protect your rights.
DISCLAIMER This document is provided for informational and advocacy purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Individuals under supervision must comply with signed conditions. Signing or refusing to sign any related document does not waive legal rights. Consult legal counsel before taking or refraining from any action.
PAGE TWO: LAW ENFORCEMENT HANDOFF CONSTITUTIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY NOTICE Presented to Law Enforcement Officers – Hazelwood, Missouri – October 31, 2025
OATH OF OFFICE – STATE OF MISSOURI “I will support the Constitution of the United States and of this state, and demean myself faithfully in office.” — Missouri Constitution, Article VII § 11
CURRENT ACTIONS BY HAZELWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT INCLUDE:
Mandatory indoor confinement (5:00–10:30 p.m.)
Forced darkness (lights off)
Decoration bans
Prohibition on peaceful contact (no candy, no greetings)
Targeted compliance checks without individualized suspicion
THESE ACTIONS VIOLATE THE FOLLOWING CONSTITUTIONAL PROTECTIONS:
Amendment Violations
First Compelled silence and symbolic erasure—restrictions on porch lights, decorations, and peaceful expression
Fourth Unreasonable surveillance—targeted monitoring without a warrant or probable cause
Fourteenth Equal protection denied—restrictions apply only to registrants, not the general public
LEGAL PRECEDENT U.S. District Judge John Ross ruled Missouri’s Halloween sign law unconstitutional under the First Amendment: “The right to refrain from speaking is protected as strongly as the right to speak.” — Wooley v. Maynard, 430 U.S. 705 (1977)
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF CONSTITUTIONAL VIOLATIONS By signing below, you acknowledge receipt of this notice and confirm that you have read the constitutional concerns outlined above. This document may be used in future legal proceedings to demonstrate awareness and potential misconduct.
Officer Name: ___________________________________________
Badge Number: __________________________________________
Agency: _________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Signature (optional): _____________________________________
Registrant Name (optional): _______________________________ Date of Interaction: ______________________ Location: _______________________________________________
DISCLAIMER – PURPOSE AND LIMITATIONS This document is authored and presented solely for the purpose of asserting constitutional rights and documenting potential violations. It is not a confession, admission of guilt, or waiver of any legal protections. The registrant is using this form to highlight constitutional concerns and preserve evidentiary integrity in the event of unlawful enforcement.
This document does not constitute legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Individuals are encouraged to consult qualified legal counsel regarding any supervision conditions, law enforcement interactions, or legal proceedings.
The author and registrant assume no liability for how this document is received, interpreted, or acted upon by law enforcement or other parties. Signing or refusing to sign this document does not alter any legal status or obligations.
Use of this form is intended solely for constitutional viability, public accountability, and lawful resistance to unconstitutional mandates.
Fantastic job on making Hazelwood compliant with legal documents, Janice & ACSOL! I am grateful to have you guys not letting Hazelwood try to get away with neglecting law!