James Johnson
- Democratic
Primary
The Department of Corrections sometimes has difficulty tracking sex offenders coming out of prison because overly restrictive local ordinances can severely restrict the availability of appropriate housing. Homeless sex offenders are less likely to comply with registration requirements and are less able to access required treatment and comply with other supervision conditions. This may contribute to recidivism and detract from public safety. This bill restricts the power of municipalities to impose broader residency and proximity restrictions on sex offenders than those that apply under state law. Specifically, 11 Del. C. 112, prohibits sex offenders from residing or loitering within 500 feet of school property.
Signed by Governor
Reported Out of Committee (Corrections & Public Safety) in Senate with 1 Favorable, 2 On Its Merits
Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 1 NO 1 ABSENT
Assigned to Corrections & Public Safety Committee in Senate
Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 NO
Reported Out of Committee (Corrections) in House with 5 On Its Merits
Tabled in Committee
Introduced and Assigned to Corrections Committee in House
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