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Registry Matters

The podcast about the sex offender registry | Sex Offender News | Sex Offender Policy Analysis

Episodes

  1. 13 HR AGO

    RM321: When Judges Go Rogue: A Look at West Virginia’s Latest PFR Ruling

    In this episode, we dive into three thought-provoking cases highlighting issues within the justice and parole systems. First, Larry updates us on an 87-year-old man with dementia facing repeated charges despite being unfit for trial, underscoring judicial inefficiencies and the need for accountability. Next, we explore a West Virginia case where a man disputes his...

    47 min

  2. 29 OCT

    RM320: The Power of Our Vote in Justice Reform

    In this episode, we’ve got some good news to kick things off with a letter from Richard, which you can find in DropBox. I also want to dive into a PFR case I’ve been working on here in New Mexico. Plus, we’ve got a long segment lined up on the importance of knowing where candidates...

    51 min

  3. 22 OCT

    RM319: ‘Shall’ vs ‘May’: How Legal Language Shapes Justice

    [3:15] We discuss the former Fox News host’s support for the Adam Walsh Act (AWA) and the irony surrounding his dismissal from the network over sexual harassment allegations. They transition into a broader discussion on marijuana legalization, noting the host’s misleading claims about Kamala Harris’s stance on forcing states to legalize marijuana. Larry draws a...

    54 min

  4. 8 OCT

    RM318: Missouri’s Halloween Sign Law Falls: A Major PFR Victory!

    In this episode, we analyze a recent court decision from the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Missouri regarding a law requiring PFRs (people required to register) to post signs at their homes on Halloween stating “No candy or treats at this residence.” The plaintiff, Thomas L. Sanderson, challenged the statute, arguing...

    52 min

  5. 1 OCT

    RM317: The Truth About Probation Transfers: Breaking Down the Legal Maze

    In this episode, we explore various topics, starting with clips from Justice Antonin Scalia on strict interpretation and self-governance. They then tackle misleading statistics used by organizations like “Find the Children” to instill fear, highlighting the importance of critical thinking. The episode also delves into the significance of legislative elections in shaping criminal justice and...

    55 min

  6. 24 SEPT

    RM316: People v. Malbry: Registry Relief Gets Tougher in California

    In this episode, we’re diving into a pivotal legal update from the Second Appellate District in California. The recent case of People v. Malbry has sparked significant debate regarding sex offender registry petitions. We’ll explore how this decision, which upholds the denial of a petition from a convicted offender, may influence the petitioning process moving...

    1h 4m

  7. 10 SEPT

    RM315: Illinois Court Ruling Brings Hope for Civil Commitment Reform

    [6:24] We delve into the debate over the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, focusing on originalism versus a more dynamic, evolving approach. Larry introduces a classic clip from Justice Antonin Scalia, who argues that the Constitution should be interpreted as it was written over 200 years ago. The conversation explores how this viewpoint influences judicial...

    1h 3m

  8. 20 AUG

    RM314: Civil Regulation or Punishment? The Implications of MO-SORA

    In this episode, we dive into a challenging Missouri Supreme Court decision affecting the PFR community, revisit last week’s discussion on banishment, and update you on a key case in Alabama argued before the Eleventh Circuit. Chance returns with news from California on progress in parole and treatment, and we also discuss a recent press...

    1h 5m

  9. 13 AUG

    RM313: Constitutional Challenges and the NC Sex Offender Registry

    In this episode, we analyze how The Fourth US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld North Carolina’s sex offender registration law, rejecting claims it violates the constitutional prohibition against ex post facto punishment. Despite criticism from advocacy groups citing harsh restrictions and banishment-like effects, the court deemed the law a civil measure, affirming the trial court’s...

    56 min

  10. 6 AUG

    RM312: Michigan’s Registry Ruling: Cruel or Unusual?

    [5:56] Larry addressed accusations against Dan Bongino [22:58] In the Michigan Supreme Court case People v. Lyman, the court ruled that applying the Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) to non-sexual offenses violates Michigan’s constitutional prohibition against cruel or unusual punishment. The case originated from Cora Lyman’s convictions, including torture and unlawful imprisonment, without any sexual...

    1h 14m
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The podcast about the sex offender registry | Sex Offender News | Sex Offender Policy Analysis

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    Registry Matters
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    2017 - 2024
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