Welcome
Megan's Law allows public access to registered sex offender information in all 50 U.S. states. This site provides a centralized resource for locating each state’s registry and understanding local laws.
State Megan's Law Pages
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
About Megan’s Law
Megan’s Law is named after seven‑year‑old Megan Kanka of New Jersey, who was tragically raped and murdered by a known registered sex offender living across from her home. In response, states enacted "Megan’s Laws" to require community notification of convicted sex offenders upon release.
The federal law—enacted May 17, 1996—amended the Jacob Wetterling Act to require public notification of sex offenders, while most states maintain online registries detailing offender name, address, photo, physical description, and offense.
Safety Tips for Parents
- Tell children no adult should touch them uncomfortably—use proper body-part names.
- Empower them to say “NO” to unwelcome or confusing touches, and promise openness.
- Teach children to stay alert—monitor caregivers and screen babysitters.
- Remind children not to speak to strangers or approach cars without permission.
How Registry Searches Work
You can search by name, city, or zip code using public registries. Results often include photos, addresses, and offense details.
Some services—like Kids Live Safe—add extra features such as alerts for offenders moving into a designated zone.
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