There Are Three Categories Of Sex Offenders In Massachusetts

There are three categories of sex offenders in Massachusetts and it is the Sex Offender Registry Board (SORB) who determines the levels. The SORB is a panel that assigns one of three categories to people who have committed a sex crime. The three categories range from lesser offenses to people who have been convicted of sexually violent crimes or multiple counts. This panel also deals with appeals.

One of the three categories is a Level 1 offender. Level 1 is considered to have a low risk of reoffense and is not considered a danger to the public. Level 1 offender information is not available to the public and police are not allowed to distribute information to the public.

A Level 2 sex offender is considered to have a moderate risk of reoffense and dangerousness. The public has access to a level two sex offender's information through the Sex Offender Registry Board as well as through the local police department.

Level 3 sex offenders are deemed to have a high risk of reoffense in addition to a high degree of dangerousness. Fliers are distributed to the public regarding level 3 offenders. Their information is also available to the public at the local police station and SORB.

Every three years there is an opportunity for a registered sex offender to lower their classification level. The SORB acknowledges that the threat of offense and level of dangerousness changes over time. It is imperative that you have an attorney experienced in these types of hearings, whether you are attempting to lower your level or have received information that the SORB is raising your level.

Going in front of the SORB is one of the most important moments of your life. Depending on your classification, you may be subjected to public dissemination of your criminal history and personal information or not. The difference is having a skilled attorney on your side advocating for you. Each case requires a highly specialized and aggressive defense and not every attorney is knowledgable in this field. Experience is everything!

When dealing with Sex Offender Registry Board matters, contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 for a thorough investigation and defense of your case.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
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