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===== Kentucky Laws Regarding Registration =====

=== Who must register? ===

Ky. Rev. Stat. § 17.520\\
[[https://casetext.com/statute/kentucky-revised-statutes/title-3-executive-branch/chapter-17-public-safety/sex-offender-registration/section-17520-period-of-registration|https://casetext.com/statute/kentucky-revised-statutes/title-3-executive-branch/chapter-17-public-safety/sex-offender-registration/section-17520-period-of-registration]]

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

17.580\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47956|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47956]]

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

Every 2 years 17.510(4)\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47954|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47954]]\\
Duration life/20 yrs. 17.520\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47955|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47955]]

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

No but there are two levels of registration: Lifetime and 20 years\\
Ky. Rev. Stat. § 17.520\\
[[https://casetext.com/statute/kentucky-revised-statutes/title-3-executive-branch/chapter-17-public-safety/sex-offender-registration/section-17520-period-of-registration|https://casetext.com/statute/kentucky-revised-statutes/title-3-executive-branch/chapter-17-public-safety/sex-offender-registration/section-17520-period-of-registration]]

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

No

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

Juveniles appear to have no requirement to register unless so ordered in another state.\\
17.510(6)(b), (7)(b)\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47954|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47954]]

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

Yes?\\
There is an act to create a fee, but we can’t find any indication it has been implemented.\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/record/16RS/HB575.htm
|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/record/16RS/HB575.htm ]]

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

17.545 Registrant prohibited from residing or being present in certain areas – Violations – Exception.\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=49986|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=49986]]\\
Public notification 17.580\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47956|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47956]]\\
Employment 17.165\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=45604|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=45604]]\\
Social networking, filming minors 17.546\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47631|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47631]]\\
There is an act to create a fee, but we can’t find any indication it has been implemented.\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/record/16RS/HB575.htm|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/record/16RS/HB575.htm]]

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

No.

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

No answer found.

=== 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 5 working days 17.510(7)(a)\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47954|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47954]]


===== 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? ===

510.0.34, 0.40 - 510.155\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/Statutes/chapter.aspx?id=39376|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/Statutes/chapter.aspx?id=39376]]

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

No.

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

Yes 532.110\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/Statutes/statute.aspx?id=20048|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/Statutes/statute.aspx?id=20048]]

532.060\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/Statutes/statute.aspx?id=39556|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/Statutes/statute.aspx?id=39556]]

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

None.

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

Age 16 510.020\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47632|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47632]]

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

Yes\\
510.020(b)(3).\\
[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47632|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=47632]]

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

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

No, not really. Application must be made individually to the governor.\\
[[https://www.brennancenter.org/analysis/voting-rights-restoration-efforts-kentucky|https://www.brennancenter.org/analysis/voting-rights-restoration-efforts-kentucky ]]

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

[[http://kspsor.state.ky.us/Home/FAQ|http://kspsor.state.ky.us/Home/FAQ]]\\
[[https://corrections.ky.gov/About/cpp/Documents/27/CPP%2027-30-01.pdf|https://corrections.ky.gov/About/cpp/Documents/27/CPP%2027-30-01.pdf]]

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

How A Bill Becomes Law in Kentucky\\
[[https://kyma.org/shared/content/uploads/2015/11/How-Bills-Become-Law-in-Kentucky-original.pdf|https://kyma.org/shared/content/uploads/2015/11/How-Bills-Become-Law-in-Kentucky-original.pdf]]\\
Inside The Legislative Branch Of Kentucky State Government\\
[[https://legislature.ky.gov/LRC/Publications/Documents/Inside Legislative Branch.pdf|https://legislature.ky.gov/LRC/Publications/Documents/Inside Legislative Branch.pdf]]

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

Go to [[https://legislature.ky.gov/Legislation/Pages/default.aspx|https://legislature.ky.gov/Legislation/Pages/default.aspx]] and click on “Bills.” Then click “Find a Bill.” You have to already know a bill number.

Easier to go to LegiScan, enter Kentucky as the state, and use the terms (IN quotes) “sexual offense,” “sex offense,” “sex offender” to see bills.\\
[[https://legiscan.com/gaits/search?state=KY&keyword=%22sex+offender%22|https://legiscan.com/gaits/search?state=KY&keyword=%22sex+offender%22]]

=== Best keywords are: ===

Sex offense; sex offender; sexual offense; sexual offender

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

Youth advocates bill tracker:\\
[[https://kyyouth.org/bill-tracker/|https://kyyouth.org/bill-tracker/]]

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

Health and family services\\
[[https://legislature.ky.gov/Committees/Pages/Committee-Details.aspx?CommitteeRSN=344&CommitteeType=House+Standing+Committee|https://legislature.ky.gov/Committees/Pages/Committee-Details.aspx?CommitteeRSN=344&CommitteeType=House+Standing+Committee]]\\
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Joint judiciary\\
[[https://legislature.ky.gov/Committees/Pages/Committee-Details.aspx?CommitteeRSN=78&CommitteeType=Senate%20Standing%20Committee|https://legislature.ky.gov/Committees/Pages/Committee-Details.aspx?CommitteeRSN=78&CommitteeType=Senate%20Standing%20Committee]]

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

[[https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/findyourlegislator/findyourlegislator.html|https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/findyourlegislator/findyourlegislator.html]]\\
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Contact information for state registry office\\
[[http://kspsor.state.ky.us/Home/Contact|http://kspsor.state.ky.us/Home/Contact]]

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

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

[[http://kspsor.state.ky.us/Home/Contact|http://kspsor.state.ky.us/Home/Contact ]]

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

None yet.

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

Response needed.

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

Response needed.

=== Other helpful information ===

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