Sex Offenders

Sex offending has received increased public attention during the past 15 years, mainly because of well-publicized sex crimes against young children, some of which ended in the children's deaths. National attention has focused on the perceived risk that convicted offenders pose to communities when released and how community safety may be enhanced.

Learn more about NIJ's work in this area:

• Sex Offender Registration and Notification: Research Finds Limited Effects in New Jersey.
• Sex Offender Residency Restrictions: How Mapping Can Inform Policy.