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===== Kansas Laws Regarding Registration =====

=== Who must register? ===

22-4902\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0002.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0002.html]]

=== What information must registrants provide? ===

22-4907\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0007.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0007.html]]

=== How frequently must they register? And for how long? ===

4 times a year 22-4905(b)\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0005.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0005.html]]\\
15/25/life 22-4906\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0006.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0006.html]]

=== Does the state categorize registrants by levels/tiers? ===

Three levels based on statute of conviction.\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0006.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0006.html]]

=== Does the state use risk assessment when assigning tiers or levels to registrants? ===

No risk assessment applies to registration. Some courts use assessment to determine risk.

=== Do any registrants remain privately registered? If so, who? ===

Yes, those whose date of offense is before April 14, 1994 re State v. Myers\\
[[https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/|https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/]]\\
[[https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=14010909622053737754&hl=en&as_sdt=6&as_vis=1&oi=scholarr|https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=14010909622053737754&hl=en&as_sdt=6&as_vis=1&oi=scholarr]]

=== Is there a registration fee? ===

Yes\\
$20 per visit. Statute says not required; also says subject to prosecution if not paid!\\
22-4905(l)\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0005.html
|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0005.html]]

=== Are there special restrictions for registrants even after supervision? ===

Prohibition AGAINST residency restrictions 22-4913\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0013.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0013.html]]\\
Renew driver’s license yearly 22-4905(m)\\
Registration Fee 22-4905(l)\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0005.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0005.html ]]

=== Is there a process for removal from the registry? If so, who qualifies and what is the process? ===

No 22-4908\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0008.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0008.html]]

=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who is visiting the state? ===

Based on definition of "transient" here, same requirement as for someone who will be living there. 22-4902(l) (letter L)\\
[[https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0002.html|https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0002.html]]

=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who will be moving to the state to live or to attend school? ===

Within 3 days specified in the first FAQ\\
[[https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/FAQ.aspx#whoRequired|https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/FAQ.aspx#whoRequired]]\\
22-4906(k)(l) sets obligation but not time period\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0006.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch22/022_049_0006.html]]


===== State Laws Regarding Sexual Offenses and Offenders, other than registration =====

=== What sexual offenses can people be convicted of, and what are the ranges of sentences? ===

21-5503 – 21-5515\\
[[http://www.kscoplaw.com/crimcode/2668code/art55.htm#21-5503|http://www.kscoplaw.com/crimcode/2668code/art55.htm#21-5503]]

21-6419 – 21-6422 ff.\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch21/021_064_0022.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch21/021_064_0022.html]]

21-5426\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch21/021_054_0026.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch21/021_054_0026.html]]

=== Does the state have lifetime supervision? ===

83-174.03\\
[[https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=83-174.03|https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=83-174.03]]

=== Does the state have indeterminate sentencing? ===

Unclear; can’t find statute but these documents reference it.\\
[[https://www.doc.ks.gov/kdoc-policies/AdultIMPP/chapter-11/11107.pdf|https://www.doc.ks.gov/kdoc-policies/AdultIMPP/chapter-11/11107.pdf]]\\
[[http://www.ncrp.info/StateFactSheets.aspx?state=KS|http://www.ncrp.info/StateFactSheets.aspx?state=KS]]

=== What are the state civil commitment laws? ===

59-29a02\\
[[https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch59/059_029a_0002.html|https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch59/059_029a_0002.html]]\\
59-29a05\\
[[https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch59/059_029a_0005.html|https://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch59/059_029a_0005.html]]

=== What is the age of consent? ===

Age 16 21-5506\\
[[http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch21/021_055_0006.html|http://www.ksrevisor.org/statutes/chapters/ch21/021_055_0006.html]]

=== Are there “Romeo and Juliet” laws or other laws specific to young people? ===

No.

===== Info for State Advocates =====

=== Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored? ===

After incarceration, parole, and probation are completed must re-register\\
[[http://www.voteks.org/before-you-vote/am-i-eligible.html|http://www.voteks.org/before-you-vote/am-i-eligible.html]]

=== What does the state say about persons who are required to register? ===

[[https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/FAQ.aspx#top|https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/FAQ.aspx#top]]\\
[[http://www.accesskansas.org/kbi/info/docs/pdf/KORA%20Brochure%20September%202016.pdf|http://www.accesskansas.org/kbi/info/docs/pdf/KORA%20Brochure%20September%202016.pdf]]\\
[[http://www.kansas.gov/kbi/info/docs/pdf/KORA%20Brochure%20September%202011.pdf|http://www.kansas.gov/kbi/info/docs/pdf/KORA%20Brochure%20September%202011.pdf]]\\
an amazing document\\
[[https://www.doc.ks.gov/publications/CFS/sex-offender-housing-restrictions|https://www.doc.ks.gov/publications/CFS/sex-offender-housing-restrictions]]

=== How does the state’s legislative process work? ===

[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/m/pdf/how_bill_law.pdf|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/m/pdf/how_bill_law.pdf ]]

=== How can I locate legislation regarding sexual offense issues? ===

Choose from list of current bills or search by number or sponsor\\
[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/measures/bills/|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/measures/bills/]]\\
Choose from list or search by number or key words/text\\
[[https://legiscan.com/KS|https://legiscan.com/KS]]

=== Best keywords are: ===

Sex, sexual, sex offender, sex offender registry

=== How to sign up for notifications of bill movement: ===

Law school-many helpful services including current laws and bills and legislation in progress\\
[[http://www.washburnlaw.edu/library/research/guides/kansasleghistory.html|http://www.washburnlaw.edu/library/research/guides/kansasleghistory.html]]\\
Locate bills by various means; appears to be free service\\
[[http://www.ksde.org/Agency/Fiscal-and-Administrative-Services/School-Finance/Legislation/Legislative-Bill-Tracker|http://www.ksde.org/Agency/Fiscal-and-Administrative-Services/School-Finance/Legislation/Legislative-Bill-Tracker]]

=== Most important legislative committees for our issues are: ===

Corrections and juvenile justice\\
[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/committees/ctte_h_corr_juv_jus_1/|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/committees/ctte_h_corr_juv_jus_1/]]\\
Judiciary\\
[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/committees/ctte_s_jud_1/|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/committees/ctte_s_jud_1/]]\\
Corrections and juvenile justice oversight\\
[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/committees/ctte_jt_cjjo_1/|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/committees/ctte_jt_cjjo_1/]]

=== Contact info for state legislators can be found at: ===

House\\
[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/chamber/house/roster/|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/chamber/house/roster/]]\\
Senate\\
[[http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/chamber/senate/roster/|http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2017_18/chamber/senate/roster/]]

===== Other Useful State Information =====

=== Contact information for state registry office ===

1620 SW Tyler\\
Topeka, KS 66612\\
785-296-2841\\
may send email at link after agreeing to conditions\\
[[https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/ContactUs.aspx|https://www.kbi.ks.gov/registeredoffender/ContactUs.aspx ]]

=== NARSOL state affiliate website or blog: ===

Not yet.

=== Other helpful state advocacy groups: ===

Response needed.

=== Other registrant-friendly state support groups: ===

Response needed.

=== Other helpful information ===

[[http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/kansas/|http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/kansas/]]