HB0280

Increases sex offender registry verification frequency for certain offenses and applies the changes only to offenders convicted after the effective date.

• Requires offenders convicted of specified sexual offenses against minors or involving minors to report in person to the sheriff every six months (instead of annually or less frequently) to verify their registered address, with annual photography if appearance has changed substantially. (W.S. 7-19-302(h), Sec. 1)
• Requires offenders convicted of more serious sexual offenses involving minors to report in person to the sheriff every three months (instead of six months) to verify their registered address, with annual photography if appearance has changed substantially. (W.S. 7-19-302(j), Sec. 1)
• Specifies that the act applies only to offenders convicted on or after the effective date of the act, not to those previously convicted. (Sec. 2)

Effective: July 1, 2025

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