As the DOJ explains, the proposed rule “will facilitate enforcement of SORNA’s registration requirements through prosecution of non-compliant sex offenders under 18 U.S.C. 2250. By providing a comprehensive articulation of SORNA’s registration requirements in regulations addressed to sex offenders, it will provide a more secure basis for prosecution of sex offenders who engage in knowing… Read More
Sex offender registration obligations under COVID
Here is a link to the notice that went up on the Oregon State Police website with advice for people who have imminent reporting obligations. https://www.oregon.gov/osp/Docs/SOR_Web_Announcement.pdf TLDR: Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, as of March 23rd, 2020, ALL sex offender reporting for registration will be taken by phone. There will be NO in-person registrations until… Read More
Dog sworn into Illinois state’s attorney’s office
Dog sworn into Illinois state’s attorney’s office to provide support for sexual assault victims Read More
Important Merger Case
State v. Dearmitt 299 Or App 22 (2019) : Trial court erred in failing to merge sexual-abuse convictions. During the same criminal episode, defendant subjected the victim to sexual intercourse and anal penetration. Court found that no exception to merger under antimerger statute applied.
Background noise during sentencing advocacy in sex offense cases.
Recalled judge from Brock Turner case LOSES JOB as tennis coach at a Bay Area high school.