SB 1509

Abstract

Amends the Sex Offender Registration Act. Provides that in all cases involving an adjudicated juvenile delinquent who meets the definition of sex offender as set forth in the Act, the court shall order the minor to register as a sex offender. Provides that once an adjudicated juvenile delinquent is ordered to register as a sex offender, the adjudicated juvenile delinquent shall be subject to the registration requirements set forth in the Act for the term of his or her registration. Provides that no less than 5 years after registration, the minor may petition for the termination of the term of registration. Provides that the court may upon a hearing on the petition for termination of registration, terminate registration if the court finds that the registrant poses no risk to the community by a preponderance of the evidence based upon certain factors. Provides that an adjudicated juvenile delinquent shall not be considered a sexual predator, as defined in the Act, for the purposes of mandatory registration for the term of natural life. Provides that these provisions apply retroactively. Effective immediately.