Title: Sex Offender - Definition, Examples, Cases, Processes
Headings: Sex Offender
Sex Offender
Definition of Sex Offender
Noun
What is a Sex Offender
Sex Offender Laws
Other Sex Offender Laws
Sex offender Registry
National Sex Offender Registry
Tiers of Sex Offenses
Tier III Sex Offenses
Tier II Sex Offenses
Tier I Sex Offenses
Penalties for Sex Offenders
Registered Sex Offender
Sex Offender Map
Real Life Sex Offender Cases
The Establishment of Residency Requirements for Sex Offenders
Related Legal Terms and Issues

Content: While this definition takes many forms, crimes that are known to classify a perpetrator as a sex offender include: Sexual assault
Rape
Statutory rape
Sexual abuse of a minor
Corruption of a minor
Incest
Child pornography
Prostitution (in some circumstances)
Sex trafficking
Transporting a person across jurisdictions with the intent of engaging in sexual activities
Sodomy or Bestiality (in some jurisdictions)
Genital mutilation
In some states, certain offenses that are not sexually motivated can result in being classified as a sex offender. These may include: Unlawful imprisonment
Public urination
Indecent exposure
Sex Offender Laws
Sex offender laws are in place to protect individuals from being forced or coerced to engage in sexual activity against their will. These laws also protect individuals who are not physically or mentally able or competent to give consent to sexual activity. When an individual has been convicted of a sexual crime, and released from prison, he is required to follow strict rules and regulations intended to protect the community. This involves registering with law enforcement as a sex offender, so that his whereabouts and activities can be monitored. While other convicted criminals are free of supervision once they are released, or complete their time of parole or probation, sex offender laws provide law enforcement authority to impose conditions of supervision for an extended period of time, or for life in many cases. These conditions include approving the sex offender’s address and living arrangements, as well as prohibiting access to certain areas, and prohibiting certain types of media and/or internet access. Additionally, many offenders are prohibited from purchasing, possessing, or using drugs, alcohol, and other illegal substances.