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Banishing the registry
I’m a prson forced to registerer and I did my time. When I got out it wasn’t over. I still have to register for 25 years. Because of this, I have lost everything. I lost my family, friends,Read more “Banishing the registry”
Cops can’t get legit arrest so they roleplay with Jon’s and Jane’s online
I spent 5 years in prison for an alleged crime the cops planted on me. Here’s my story. In 2017 I was on Craigslist in the adult personal section where you have to be 18 and older toRead more “Cops can’t get legit arrest so they roleplay with Jon’s and Jane’s online”
Asking for help
My boyfriend was charged and convicted of a sexual offense. He went to prison for 10 years. After prison, he got a job and work for at least 5 years and that’s where I meet him. But becauseRead more “Asking for help”
Life changed forever
My story started 3 years ago, although it’s been only a year since my boyfriend, we will call him, Haymitch (I’m an avid HG fan) was convicted because of our past friend, who I will call Toby, andRead more “Life changed forever”
My complete gentleman is a person forced to register
I met Ethan on facebook. After talking for a while online about common interests, we took our conversation to the phone. All of our talks were NORMAL. Chats about common interests, current events, daily life, etc. One dayRead more “My complete gentleman is a person forced to register”
I failed to Register now I’m going back in
My name is John B. I’m in Washington state and had the charge of attempted child molestation which wasn’t a fair charge. Now, first about my charge. It was an internet sting called ‘Net Nanny’. Someone hit meRead more “I failed to Register now I’m going back in”
Paying dearly for a life changing decision
I have been paying the price ever since my guilty plea. I lost my high-paying job, and eventually my wife and kids due to depression, drugs, and alcohol abuse. After my convict, I failed to attend my “Read more “Paying dearly for a life changing decision”
Most Hated
As a result of mental illness and a toxic relationship that ramped up to epic levels, I am now living as the most marginalized and hated demographic in the United States. My constitutional rights are impugned, with noRead more “Most Hated”
The reality and consequences of starting my investigation towards becoming a sex offender
I recently made a Facebook post and video about this to share a message of how deeply this is killing me one day at a time emotionally. My purpose in life seems to disappear every day. Especially becauseRead more “The reality and consequences of starting my investigation towards becoming a sex offender”
Life-Sentence (Never Free, No Redemption)
In 2006, I assaulted my ex after an extremely toxic relationship, loss of insurance for mental health medication, and social isolation due to her unabashed slander. Having no experience with the criminal justice system, I took a lifetimeRead more “Life-Sentence (Never Free, No Redemption)”
Need advice.
I mass downloaded pornography using LimeWire it was caught up in some type of Sting operation. I have recently discovered that during my trial in 2018-2019 a polygraph was not submitted to the court system by my lawyer.Read more “Need advice.”
Barred from Church property World Wide
I have been a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for 52 years. Former Bishop, High Counselor, Temple Worker, Security Supervisor for the Church. I was convicted of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a 14-year-oldRead more “Barred from Church property World Wide”
Wrong what the government did to me
Ok, I’m a registered citizen convicted of a federal crime in 2017. I was on Craigslist and posted a legit ad under causal encounters. You are required to be age 18+ to enter and respond. I like sexRead more “Wrong what the government did to me”
Pierce County Falsely Incarcerated My Husband
*All Names Public* The jury of Pierce County incarcerated Kevin Wayne Houser, my husband, on July 28, 2022, with a potential life sentence. Accused of 2 counts of molestation 1st degree and 1 count of incest 2nd degree.Read more “Pierce County Falsely Incarcerated My Husband”
No hands-on victim Inmate Blog
. One inmate shares his personal Four and a half year journey of daily journal entries. For over 3 and a half years, this gentleman wrote a journal entry every single day, never missing a day. The journalsRead more “No hands-on victim Inmate Blog”
The Registry is Extortion and Unconstitional
SORNA is extortion. It should be illegal. It was designed as a knee-jerk response to worst-case scenarios in two states (with two of the precedent cases being out of Florida). It has gained gross overreach and is extendedRead more “The Registry is Extortion and Unconstitional”
My son chose to take a plea to see his son
My son is a teacher. Let me point out that he was not the teacher nor taught in the same school district as the foreign exchange student or the accuser. My son and his wife took in aRead more “My son chose to take a plea to see his son”
reply to Information
My son was molested by on-line predators starting at age 11. We, his parents, had no idea this was going on. He would wake up in the middle of the night and log on. He was “groomed” byRead more “reply to Information”
Reached Out My Hand, And Got Bit
My Story name withheld Hello. I am a 49 year old gay MAP (minor attracted person) who is also on the registry. All right. I know what you are thinking. You are thinking that I molested a child.Read more “Reached Out My Hand, And Got Bit”
The Ugly, the Bad, and the Good
Over these last two decades, I have asked myself the same question that I know others ask when they hear about my sex crime. How could you do such a thing? Since my release from prison in 2018,Read more “The Ugly, the Bad, and the Good”
Mother of Sex Offender
As the mother of a registrant, I am like all other moms who worry about the effect of this registry on my Son’s well-being. I don’t understand how a one-time offender can be required to register for life.Read more “Mother of Sex Offender”
RSO Has No Rights And No Freedom
My name is John and I live in Virginia. I’m 28 and currently still a registrant. I caught my charge when I was 18 and was charged with indecent liberties with a child basically I asked my neighborRead more “RSO Has No Rights And No Freedom”
Innocent Men
My son is currently locked up awaiting to even see his court appointed attorney for the first time. He met a girl on a dating site. Her profile states that she is 20 years old. No surprise toRead more “Innocent Men”
Helpless to protect my familey
I’m 43 years old so this story is from 21 years ago. I was a young man struggling with drug addiction. I was upswung at 13 years old in my home with my mom so needless to sayRead more “Helpless to protect my familey”
Falsely Accused but took a deal
A year ago my ex-wife asked me for money. I refused. Then I was accused of doing something which I did not do and was subsequently arrested for it. Now I am not rich and could not affordRead more “Falsely Accused but took a deal”
California Dreaming
Lately, more and more people in California are going free from the registry. I still can’t believe it. One day back Back in 2008 I went to the police station to do my annual registration. Even though IRead more “California Dreaming”
Lowest Public Risk Score Possible…
When I was in my twenties I was in an accident and suffered bad head trauma. This lead to some serious side effects and as a result, I made a very bad choice and was sent to prison.Read more “Lowest Public Risk Score Possible…”
Beaten in Shelter
I am afraid to stay in homeless shelters after being beaten up by thugs who are most likely worse criminals than myself. I have received a card, for my 288 while acting in concert, stating that I amRead more “Beaten in Shelter”
Misinterpretations of a Father being a Father
I grew up in a family upbringing where you knew where your children were at all times. You could trust the neighborhood and the people they’d associate with. Any issues, the community, and family dynamics addressed matters inRead more “Misinterpretations of a Father being a Father”
One wrong decision costed me more than anything
June 27, 2019. This is my story of how I ended up being on the registry in Iowa. I found out my girlfriend’s daughter was smoking cigarettes all over the house. I told her mother at the time.Read more “One wrong decision costed me more than anything”
Juvenile offense = life sentence
My name is not important but my story is. When I was 14 I touched a girl in an inappropriate place. It was my girlfriend’s younger sister and it was after my friend gave me ecstasy. It wasRead more “Juvenile offense = life sentence”
Graduation Party From Hell
My brother was 21 years of age and at a graduation party for himself and his classmates. It took him a bit longer to graduate because he has Cystic Fibrosis as well as learning difficulties. Everyone was drinkingRead more “Graduation Party From Hell”
Go fee in California
California has passed a new tiering law and more than 70% of people on the registry have a chance at possibly going free. I’ve been on the registry for 22 years now and I’m only 39 years old.Read more “Go fee in California”
Tortured
For the last 2 and 1/2 years, I’ve lived as a registrant. One small mistake and the rest of my life feels ruined. This has taken a toll on my family my friends and most of all meRead more “Tortured”
Targeted and harassed by ongoing investigation sting operation
I was a victim of intimidation and bullying by the Lake County sheriff and a Carol Stream PD detective, among various other departments causing undue stress. Had been contacted by a person saying they were 16 and femaleRead more “Targeted and harassed by ongoing investigation sting operation”
Lost and Disillusioned
My name is George. I was released from prison about one month ago after a 15 year sentence. It is important for me to say that I am incredibly sorry for the harm my actions have caused. IRead more “Lost and Disillusioned”
Punished for an entrapment case
The reason I’m sharing my actual name is that I have nothing to hide. I was involved in an entrapment case in Oconto Wisconsin about 5 years ago. I placed an ad on Craigslist looking for an olderRead more “Punished for an entrapment case”
The laws need to change
In 1991 I was convicted of sodomy and kidnapping. I was sentenced to jail time while I was in jail I did a program at the Oregon state hospital called 41B (it is now closed) it was aRead more “The laws need to change”
Justice – just behavior or treatment.
I have been out on parole for two weeks after serving elven years in prison. When I was sentenced my crime was almost eight years in the past and as was said to me by my arresting officer,Read more “Justice – just behavior or treatment.”
Another Notch on a District Attorney’s Belt.
Hello, my name is Shawn and growing up I was taught to help your fellow man, of course, if you’re able to. I was taught the same thing in church. Also was taught the innocent will prevail theRead more “Another Notch on a District Attorney’s Belt.”
The man who has to register as a sex offender based on lies
ST. LOUIS – He’s the sex offender who’s innocent. According to the reported victims, Curtis Scott Hansen didn’t do it. Tuesday’s interview with Hansen is part of Fox 2’s ongoing investigation into why the Missouri justice systemRead more “The man who has to register as a sex offender based on lies”
Stanley’s story as an Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled individual
Background on Stanley: Stan was born Jul 1990, there was difficulty during birth, the umbilical cord was wrapped around his neck and cut of oxygen to the brain. Suffered from “seizures” from age one to age four, sometimesRead more “Stanley’s story as an Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled individual”
Father of 5 says life on sex offender registry has forced him and his family into homelessness
By Diane Walker| November 30, 2018 at 8:30 PM EST – Updated December 3 at 12:38 PM RICHMOND, VA (WWBT) – Many people may be unconcerned with what someone on the registry goes through, but William Walker said he hopesRead more “Father of 5 says life on sex offender registry has forced him and his family into homelessness”
Once upon a time A story by the Person I Have Become
‘Once upon a time’ is a good beginning for a children’s story, or maybe for a poem, but this is neither of those. This is about me. This is my story. But who am I? Well, let’s justRead more “Once upon a time A story by the Person I Have Become”
young innocent victims
I am 15 years old and have experienced far too much for my age. I have seen my father in handcuffs and seen him behind glass. I have sat in court and listened to all of his chargesRead more “young innocent victims”
JoAnn’s Story
THE UNFORGIVABLE CRIME 31 years ago my husband was 26 years old. With only a statement from one individual, the STATE of FLORIDA charged him with “Lewd and Lascivious Behavior”. He was tried and convicted without any concrete evidence then sentenced to 3 years in prison andRead more “JoAnn’s Story”
Herb’s Story.
I am a 77 year old male in pretty good shape physically even though I have recently had heart surgery. I am very lonely and depressed all of the time. I have been depressed most of my life.Read more “Herb’s Story.”
John’s Story
While sitting back in our Florida room the other day reading, a sudden loud knocking at the door startled our dog as she began to bark while running toward the door. Just by the rhythm and volume ofRead more “John’s Story”
Linda’s story
The love of my life is a sex offender.. . He was charged with sexual abuse of children for having 5 child porn images? There is no actual victim so how is that possible? We have lost everythingRead more “Linda’s story”
Allison’s story
I found this group, Women Against Registry, through Illinois Voices for Reform and have become very interested in it. I am married to a former offender and have the same beliefs as W.A.R. I love my husband (D.)Read more “Allison’s story”
Anonymous Story
I’m a registrant with a non contact charge. My wife and I live in a Florida city and have been at the current location for seven years. Some neighbors say hello daily, one brings a gift to ourRead more “Anonymous Story”
Christine’s Story
Christine Smith will never forget the moment she watched her 21-year-old son being led out of a Florida courtroom in handcuffs. “This is not happening, this is not happening, this is not happening,” she recalls thinking at theRead more “Christine’s Story”
Peggy’s Story
My husband was arrested fifteen years ago for a Non-contact offense. His time has been completed, service rendered. He moved up north, from Florida, after time completed. We met not long after he relocated, fell in love, andRead more “Peggy’s Story”
Matt’s Story
It was May 16, my husband and I, along with the granddaughter, went to a car show in Ocean City, Maryland. During the drive I had one of those strange feeling that Moms get that something is wrong. I calledRead more “Matt’s Story”
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