Sunday, April 04, 2004
Massachusetts judge to allow posting of sex offender information on web
from The Paper Chase
On Friday, Massachusetts Suffolk Superior Court Judge Bonnie MacLeod lifted an injunction that would prevent the state from posting information about sex offenders on the internet, a practice used currently by 42 states. According to AP, the affected individuals are classified by the state as "Level 3," which means they are the most dangerous offenders and those most likely to again commit criminal sexual activity. The decision clears the way for the offenders' names and photos to be released online. After lifting the injunction, Judge MacLeod temporarily stayed her order to provide public defenders with opportunity to appeal. The Massachusetts Sex Offender Registry is here.
