Have Sex Offender Laws Gone Too Far?

My name is Steven Whitsett. This is my first video in a planned series which will examine three questions concerning the American policy on sex offenders. (1) What exactly are the restrictions placed on the freedom of sex offenders? (2) Do those restrictions go far enough, or too far? (3) Do those restrictions actually make the community safer?
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[@angelaharris7729]

Subscribed! My husbands situation sounds very similar to yours, and the laws absolutely need to change!

[@hsjskdjdjjdjdjd7882]

@@wandilengwenya4345 don't have to molest anyone or rape anyone to be on the registry.

[@ernestwaltz3054]

I am with you 100%, we gotta fight this head on!

[@riseoverhere3054]

False accusations can get you on the list too

[@benyaakov6453]

@@riseoverhere3054 Been ther done that!!!

[@mike48084]

Did he rape you?

[@sweetmonie]

Completely agreed! I think registration should be different or labeled differently for different level offenders!! Because sex offender can be a broad range of crimes!!

[@jaeblack6463]

@Jamilla Dobson You are one of those people who hears the word "sex offender" and you automatically think they deserve the death penalty... You don't even bother to hear this guys story or be reasonable to any other facts. You are just flat out plain stupid and people like you are the problem with the laws in America...

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@jaeblack6463 hey how are you

[@riseoverhere3054]

Just like Mental health can be a broad range of illnesses. But the media or society is labeling all of them the same.

[@charlessmith263]

You are right, Monie. For example, a non-sexual crime like public urination can be sex-offender-registrable if one is caught with it and the infraction is upgraded to a sex crime charge of indecent exposure. Ditto for if you let your pants down without gratification and you are rung up also for indecent exposure--you might be on that dreaded list too. If you streak or flash and end up charged with indecent exposure--you could also be on the list too. To avoid trouble, if one is charged with indecent exposure, your lawyer should change the charge to a non-sex crime such as disturbing the peace or disorderly conduct--which will not get you on that scary list if convicted. It is not worth it as a person to be labeled a "chomo" even for a non-sex crime! It is never ever worth it! Registration laws needs to be abolished.

[@charlessmith263]

Also - on any online chat - if a recipient says things like "are you sure you are 18?" or similar tempting phrases - don't engage further! Stop! Close your browser! If you continue further, you will be honeypot-entrapped and you will be likely rung up for online solicitation of a minor--which will put you definitely on the sex offender list!

[@sarahfiebig3456]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for what you are doing for all people on the registry! The best part for some of us is that you are from Florida where the state statutes and municipal ordinances are draconian. Many of us in the state of Florida are working together in support groups and nonprofits to work on educating the public (along with politicians) and to pool our resources for legal challenges.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Hood morning, Sarah! Allow me to both applaud your efforts in pushing legal challenges and thank you for your kind words of encouragement. In truth, in coordination with some of my Canadian and German allies, we are working towards legal recognition from the European courts that the American SOR amount to human rights violations. This is an important first step toward our larger goal of bringing international attention to these laws and, hopefully in the future, diplomatic pressure.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

Sarah is there anyway to collaborate with you sometimes?

[@RLScheurman]

@@CommonSenseLaws new legal rulings in america! if they have you on the registry longer than your max sentence, its an 8th ammendment violation, and you can sue. so if 15 was max sentence, it runs CONCURRENT W YOUR BID

[@mikesharp4896]

@@RLScheurman can you take this to court and get your registration diminished? I haven't heard anyone doing this

[@MarcG7424]

Got a new one for you. Now in Flo-rid-duh not only do you have to give the sheriff's department information about vehicles you own but also vehicles that will be parked at your residence 7 days or more even if you don't have access to those vehicles. Such as a visiting friend relative or roommate. So now they are violating other people's civil rights too.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Wow! I'll have to look into that. Thanks for letting me know.

[@MarcG7424]

It happened as a result of a prior registrant with multiple arrest and convictions ( including 2 prior sex offences) kidnapping a girl from a Wal-Mart ( The childs mother just met this man and left her with him he offered to buy her and the child some items from the store) He kidnapped the child raped and killed her he transported her in his mother's car so the police had no record of what he was driving he was eventually caught.but knee jerk reaction is we must know about every vehicle a registrant may possibly have access too

[@HotRodimus-sg2su]

Guilty by association

[@rogerhatmaker3332]

My advice for you is get out of flordia even if you don't own the car in it's a friend's car they will charge you for failure to register in that's the gods honest Truth

[@riseoverhere3054]

Florida is changing for the worst.

[@roxasdavis9686]

if murders get patoled they get to move forward in life why can't we

[@bigblackrod12]

@Jamilla Dobson I'm sorry anyone could be ANYTHING

[@annoyedone4728]

@Jamilla Dobson you dont have facts except what your feeling say do your homework before you make absurd statement on somthing you dont know about

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@annoyedone4728 if youre interested hit me up i want to make america redeemable again i need allies

[@diddykong9171]

@@bigblackrod12 right ? They took someone life away but get to move on.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@diddykong9171 you think they focus on murderers too its damn stupid

[@Smxking-vm3nn]

People do deserve a second chance. Seriously

[@theluckiesteh9058]

Exactly!

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

that's rally against the registry and restore rights

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@Experiencing Interruptions? I want you on my team

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

fuck it if you're interested let's fix the justice system

[@michaelholly4866]

You think rapists, child molesters, and child pornographers deserve a second chance? I don't. They will reoffend and commit worse crimes, even ending up being serial killers. It happened in places like Cincinnati and California. I do not believe in mercy for those monsters.

[@sunflowerzelda45]

they are insane laws, and yes, you served your time, this register is punishment and getting worse. I am shocked men can stand up under this burden. Depression , that the laws are so crazy. Hang in there. Curious how you were able to leave the country, I know someone I would love to be able to help find a new life.

[@annetteslife]

you get what you deserve when you fuck little kids

[@chellygirl143w5]

Im with you in this fight . I'm here to help to fight this law change

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Thank you! And welcome!

[@nuclearwaste2062]

@@CommonSenseLaws would it be easier to just leave the USA for sex offenders? Is life in the USA that much harder for them?

[@CommonSenseLaws]

@@nuclearwaste2062 Hello Nuclear Waste. Your question is interesting and implies that you do not live in the US. It indicates to me that perhaps I should post a video explaining the life-long liberty restrictions placed on ALL sex offenders regardless of the nature or severity of the offense. In fact, the sex offender registration laws make it virtually impossible for SOs to obtain meaningful employment and also bar them from living in most residential areas. (Google homeless sex offenders and you'll get an eye full.) Additionally, SOs names, addresses, photos, etc, are posted online by the government for everyone to see... which means that SO face social isolation and ridicule for the remainder of their lives. They must also carry a stamp on their driver's licenses which identify them as SOs. And, of course, most SOs have severe travel restrictions placed on them for the remainder of their lives. In many states, they may no longer vote or attend university. And let's not overlook that they are barred for life from receiving housing assistance from the federal government. It goes on and on. So, yes, SOs are better off leaving the country. Of course, the federal government is now beginning to invalidate the passports of SOs, making it very difficult to leave. I believe things will only continue to get worse. I believe that the American SO policy has gone so far as to now pass the threshold for human rights violations based on the European Convention on Human Rights. Perhaps a long answer, but hopefully you get the idea. Hope it helps. :)

[@nuclearwaste2062]

@@CommonSenseLaws I asking because I live in the USA and will soon go to trial for a non violent sexual offense. I'll have to register if I lose the trial. So I need to know if my future after the trial will be better spent in another country.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

I want to educate and voice my opinion to idoits I believe its possible if we work together I have a group chat on Google hangouts I believe its time to be more rational.

[@lette4life8503]

I completely agree that something must be done to stop these laws. They keep restricting more and more. Soon I fear that I will not be able to live with my husband due to these inhumane laws. My question is, How do we stop these laws? How do we make the public see that these laws do nothing to protect them? I am seriously seeking answers. I tell my husband that if we can have protest maybe that would work. He, like I'm sure many of you are, is afraid that if sex offenders come together that he will just go back to prison. There has to be a legal way to stop these laws. I have spoken with the ACLU and they will not respond to me either. There needs to be a change, I just don't know who or how to do it.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

oh do some research there are kids to this day on the registry

[@riseoverhere3054]

@Elijah Clayton didn’t you read? Her husband was on the registry.

[@angelalutz4596]

Hi. I totally agree with your points on the injustices of sex offender US laws. I have a bf who has been charged twice with possession of child pornography. I love him very much and have not given up on him. His second charge involves 3 years at Lancaster in Florida. His first charge involved over $58,000 in fees before he would be released from probation. Luckily, he had family with money to help him. I was there for him when he had to start over and will continue to be there for him despite the labelers disbelief that I am standing by him. He is a human and deserves a normal life. I am 1/2 German and speak, read and write German and know how Europeans value human rights and giving people second chances. I love your videos. It brings the truth out about the social injustices that sex offenders have to live with for the rest of their lifetime. I would love to start a new life in a country that does not create obstacles, barriers and labeling. Thank you for bringing this topic out into the open. 🤗

[@riseoverhere3054]

Well at least he didn’t touch anyone.

[@kristopherknapp1707]

The laws are kind of ridiculous. If he is creating or selling CP the absolutely throw the book at him but simple possession with nothing else done I'd say get rid of them give him some help, if he accepts and continues treatment no criminal charges filed. Also let's remove the legal barriers to people having those fantasies actually getting psychological help. The way our laws are written now a therapist has to report someone if they go to them for that. When in reality seeking help for it makes it much less likely the person will offend.

[@deku3i]

⁠@@kristopherknapp1707Possession and distribution of CP create a demand for child sexual abuse, for someone to “just watch” someone else has to abuse a child. You have zero empathy for victims of CP who have to deal with the fact that hundreds of perverts find their abuse and dehumanization enjoyable.

[@user-yc5ss5xd6n]

Keep the videos coming. More people need to see how these laws are unjust and do more harm then good. I am from Florida as well, the worst state for registrants, and a SO advocate..would like to see if I can get this video posted on other sites if you're ok with that..let me know.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

John, thank you so much for your very kind words of encouragement. Indeed, you may do with my videos as you please. I am encouraged that you find their quality satisfactory for sharing.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

lets work together

[@rogerhatmaker3332]

I believe you on that flordia the worst I was charged with failure to register in I got my case in indiana I had 10 years register now since I move to Florida I was charged with fail to register flordia got me as a life time registration now cause there life time no matter the case now I'm a tier 1 offender in in the beginning in 10 years was was supposed to be taken off when I was due off Jan 2020

[@user-yc5ss5xd6n]

@@rogerhatmaker3332 You're better off in Indiana, Florida is the worst. Even though you're back in Indiana you will be on the Florida registry for life, and even after you die..sad but true. If you ever get off the registry in Indiana always check if you want to relocate to another state. You may have to register in another state even though you make it of the Indiana registry.

[@riseoverhere3054]

Come for vacation stay for probation and return on violation is how it goes on Florida sadly.

[@justinrabbitt9492]

I'm always grateful to,see your videos and agree with you fully. I'm facing charges now and am fighting to prove my innocence while preparing for the worst. Just hurts seeing how insane the laws are and how cruel humanity is by letting it all happen off of emotion rather than true facts. I'm barely getting by on part time delivery driving and fear I'll even lose that should I get convicted. That most jobs I've applied to all state they don't want me and the ones that are felony friendly can't help me till years after conviction. It all needs to stop in my eyes and some need to go as far as tge laws as well as the registry. The public doesn't need to have access to the registry at all since it doesn't really help anyone and many on the registry of low level offenders shouldn't be felonies yet misdemeanors at best. Ones time is served and the "dept" paid to society. Nobody should have to continue to be punished forever yet that's how the screwed up laws are in the US. It is nice to see your vids of you happy and living a good life as you deserve. I can only pray that myself as well as others in my situation can end up having things change for the better and allow us to live a happy life as part of society like everyone should.

[@btvideos6342]

He makes alot of sense and its for any charge .were getting screwed. I never had a victim never.. And i got register for life..we need to stand up and fight for what is right

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

wanna work together I have a group chat on google hangouts its time to Make america REDEEMABLE AGAIN!!!

[@riseoverhere3054]

BT Videos what got you in the registry if you didn’t have any victims?

[@beaugetostarmixedbag210]

TBH, They need to abolish the sex offender registry permanently in every country. Registry doesn't do shit at all!

[@riseoverhere3054]

True it’s a false sense of security.

[@triz.1287]

My husband was arrested for the same thing, spent 9 years in prison, as a label on his ID so anyone he shows this to will know, he isn't allowed around any kids that aren't his when this had nothing to do with a child.. the state of Florida has gotten out of control with these laws and it's not right at all

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Totally agree!

[@donnacrews5008]

Keep going with the videos, and hope more people become aware of how unjustified the system is. We can make a difference. We need to come together and make a change happen.

[@chrisg1779]

Un*

[@djroc449]

@danthetechguru 1 yes, if they served their punishment.

[@djroc449]

@@jacobsocknesssucks5277 no one is raping kids

[@johnalferio3146]

@knucklehead d not all sex offenders are rapists or child molesters.

[@michaellopez9846]

@knucklehead d move on,if murders or other violent criminals dont have life time supervision neither should sex offenders before u bring ur feelings their people victims of crime but you have to learn to move on,you can play victim all u want move on life goes on..

[@bodie7020]

I recently started posting to my KZbin channel again. Within a week of my first videos going up. My wrongful conviction back in 2007 that landed me on the Registry was brought to the surface, and a lot of my friends on here abandoned me. This prompted me to effectively shut down my channel and cause me a great deal of internal suffering. Everyone on that list is treated as tho they are the worst of the worst, regardless of the circumstances surrounding their specific case. It is unfair to people like me and many others. I feel for victims of abuse I truly do, and I believe that people that cause others to suffer in any way ought to be held accountable, and pay the appropriate price accordingly. I do not however condone the actions of the Registry Board in the fact that they lump everyone into the same group. Maybe it's just my bias talking, as in this instance I clearly cannot rightly clam an un-biased view. However I have given this a lot of thought, and honestly believe my statements have merit, and therefore worth expressing. ~Bodie

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Extremely well said. Indeed, your voice does have merit and should be expressed... and should find a new outlet. Fair is fair, and unfair is unfair.

[@bodie7020]

@@CommonSenseLaws Thank you for your kind reply. My Buddhist practices has given me insights and a much better and deeper understanding of reality. This awakening (if you will), allows me to see things for how they truly are, and not how we (as humans) want them or even believe them to be. What I mean to say is reality doesn't care about feelings, morals, perceptions or ideas. "Reality is what it is" regardless of any of that. This gives me new and better perspective on life in general, and therefore some of my ideas my be foreign to some people, but are rooted in reality, sometimes reality is not easy to accept.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

@@bodie7020 Very interesting. I, too, took up the practice of Buddhism during my years in isolation. I credit it as the path that allowed me to emerge from that darkness. I'm happy for you and wish you peace of your journey.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@bodie7020 hey wanna help me educate some idiots on KZbin I have a group on Google hangouts chat we are going to educate some people that people can change also not only go after those on the registry but all criminals however we need to fix the criminal justice system

[@riseoverhere3054]

Then it’s time to fix this.

[@TheCc064]

I feel like sex offender laws should be reserved for the most dangerous offenders. Like, a seventeen year old with a fifteen year old or someone who got caught pissing In a Bush doesn’t deserve all that.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

I have to agree with you.

[@jayyli7204]

This ^^

[@reynaldoacosta5732]

I do agree with your statement and have always felt for the registered sex offenders' rights! Way to go!!

[@crazycat8698]

Reynaldo Acosta why ???

[@reynaldoacosta5732]

@@crazycat8698 Because the sex offender laws enacted have gone too far in restricting those affected, especially in ex post facto cases.

[@donnacrews5008]

2 life terms plus 15 years with no evidence just Hearsay in Florida, yes these laws need to be changed.

[@Yyyyyy5]

@@crazycat8698 wait till your child or grandchild or nephew or niece are put on the registry. Then you'll get your why! 250,000 people on the bigoted sex offender registry ARE CHILDREN! OR MAYBE ADULTS NOW BUT WERE REQUIRED TO REGISTER AS A CHILD!!

[@Yyyyyy5]

Google "sex offender registry shawna's story" and you'll get an idea who is on the registry as opposed to who you believe is on the registry!

[@andrewwilks2147]

I do not have the "SO" label, however I most definitely agree with you! The HORRIBLE EVIL sex offender registry needs to be abolished!

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Thank you, Andrew!

[@andrewwilks2147]

@@CommonSenseLaws You are welcome! Also, I read up on how many of the people with the SO label were children when they committed their so called "sex offense" just for things such as "playing doctor" at a very young age. I have read of horror stories here in USA of little kids being taken from their homes for doing such a thing out of curiosity and banned from playing with other children and going anywhere where other children go. I have read up on many of the petty ways one can be labled as such for things such as public urination. I read up about people here in US who did things such as streaking back in the 1970s and then paid their fines for this minor offense and then come 20some years later, they were forced to register as a SO just for streaking 20some years earlier when the Nazi style laws took effect. I will add that the USA for the last 200 years never lived up to its standards of being the land of the free guaranteeing everyone rights. USA has allowed slavery to go on until 1860s, the chasing of the Native Americans off their lands by Andrew Jackson pushing them in reservations, forced sterilizations due to the Eugenics movements of over 100 years ago, segregation, failed war on "drugs", banning people from housing and employment just because they got into trouble with the law holding their past against them long after they paid their debt to society, and the latest way of singling out a group of people for persecution-the SO registry. All of these things and then some and USA fighting unneccessary wars picking fights with other countries trying to force its will on the rest of the world. In spite of "more" people and articles now claiming here in USA that the SO does nothing for public safety, there is still fear mongering and hysteria against someone and groups of people with the SO label living nearby them and the unneccessary harassing of these individuals-sometimes even by news reporters.

[@gusmarokity6482]

@@andrewwilks2147 Very well said! I am afraid all these unjust laws are created in order to control and keep at bay a whole society from rebellion against corporate exploitation of its citizenry.

[@gusmarokity6482]

@@redeemingpatriot3487 OK.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@gusmarokity6482 Join me lets work hangouts.google.com/group/Pf8rfYNEfVKiarKF6

[@dalemiller8079]

I was sexualy abused several times when I was 8-13 years old, and now I see the laws are to hard. If the man or women did ther time and went threw the trainning get of ther backs thay payed the price for ther crime, hope thay repented to God and have salvation, move on it easy to put one down so trie lifting them up.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

Hey I'm glad you're doing better also if you want to reform/abolish the registry I'm certain we can work together

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

hey would you like to be apart of a potential project to educate and possibly help bring in a restorative justice system also abolish the registry?

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@Night Demon would you be interested in a project of mine along with some associates to educate people on KZbin through videos why the registry is unconstitutional and not really helpful also suggests taxpayer money be used to fully enchance restorative justice Its a work in progress but I would like to have more people who are willing to collaborate

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@Night Demon I have a group chat on Google hangouts we collaborate there I have the link if you subscribe to my channel and send email their we can work through there

[@landoncooley8392]

@@redeemingpatriot3487 I would be very interested in helping out where I can. And would like to be apart of this group chat

[@justnotdeadyet007]

I Am IN THE Same Boat 12 Years Now. ...ugh

[@sanelas2174]

Brian Dunn r u a sexoffender

[@acppachauri]

Every body has the right to live after they have finished their sentence! Many laws are very inhuman!

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

i agree lets show more compassion and redemption

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@wilsooon9969 so are murderers, arsonists, drug dealers gang bangers especially when they chop up their victims or shoot up schools, daycares churches out of hate, just for kicks, money or other petty reasons oh fyi their kids who on the registry too who did stuff like adults too so yea

[@riseoverhere3054]

@@wilsooon9969 you do realize that not all sex offenders are rapists or pedophiles. There are 13 states where peeing outside can put you in the registry along with two consenting adults doing their deed in the beach or car. Even adults soliciting an consensual adult prostitute can land on the registry in some places.

[@lisafaulkner3295]

I'm on the registry for life too for some bullshit. I'm leaving America.

[@vincent4810]

I don't blame you one bit. I'm not a person with any criminal record and I want to leave the United States too.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

well why not call the the supreme court justice throw them with facts and also it doesn't really help anyone its time to convince America its unconstitutional and you're doing what the nazis did to the jews with using the registry or how its using the registry to enslave and humiliate people. making them endangered like the country property aka slaves humans as a whole are messed up creatures

[@riseoverhere3054]

Good luck and hope you make it too a progressive country.

[@timothyduffy9068]

I agree. Some sex offender laws should be abolished. In fact, sex offences should be handled as a public health issue like drugs I.e. counseling programs, rehabs etc. The exile bullshit will only gain more crimes and has nothing to do with rehabilitating the criminal to be more productive in life. And that shit has got to change. Otherwise, anybody can become a victim of these laws.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

I like the way you think is it possible to work together.

[@riseoverhere3054]

Yes that will make perfect sense.

[@ianbattles7290]

We don't make bank robbers or murderers or drunk drivers check in with the local sheriff every 6 months for the rest of their life...

[@1zcott]

@Elijah Clayton Your reply betrays your own insecurity and stupidity

[@riseoverhere3054]

In California gang members and drug offenders have a registry.

[@dallshaw9403]

I I WANT OUT OF THIS COUNTRY

[@CommonSenseLaws]

And I don't blame you! :)

[@angelalutz4596]

Me too

[@lisafaulkner3295]

You can. Check out this site for people on The registry to leave America. registranttag.org/resources/travel-matrix/

[@lisafaulkner3295]

@@CommonSenseLaws please share this site. It will help people on the registry. registranttag.org/resources/travel-matrix/

[@williambayet9863]

Will do and I do keep in mind the fight is far from over

[@levonhoward2288]

He took the words out my mouth please keep it up brother

[@philosopherartist2095]

I don't even have a sex charge but when I left prison the parole board decided they thought I should have to register as a sex offender until I was off parole because THEY thought I had the 'intention' of sexually assaulting my victim, despite the fact that I not only didn't have that intention but also that I didn't commit the act of it. That was 2 years ago and i still have 2 years until I'm off parole. Since then they have repeatedly tried to change the terms and make arguments about what the law supposedly says to make me have to register indefinitely. I can't afford a lawyer(yet) but i do plan on fighting this too. They are violating due process (in my case at least) as well as administering a cruel and unusual punishment upon me. I wish you the best man, I'm subscribing now.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Thank you for your kind words of support. I completely respect your desire to fight injustice when having to do so pro se.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

hey dude people made mistakes and no one knows the rules tell you what if you're interested you want to collaborate and potentially join my group?

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@Elijah Clayton wait he did it on purpose?! that is a true asshole. hmmm i want to help victims and people alike if you're interested in a restorative justice system let me know

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@Elijah Clayton im sorry that it happened to you i really am.

[@riseoverhere3054]

@Elijah Clayton you shouldn’t judge all sex offenders the same. Not all of them involves forceful touching.

[@DavidBerquist334]

It looks like even other felony conversations can prohibit one to visit some countries

[@mestill6329]

Kudos & total support. The SO laws are exactly as you described, and are completely irrational, and based on idiocy & low-browed thinking. There is so much evidence and reason for this all to stop & for it all to be overhauled & re-outlined for Sane and Rational policies.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

Is it possible to possible work together

[@robertbusso6859]

I would really like that list to be disseminated.

[@CoreDreamStudios]

I've given up on life tbh, Steven for the most part. Not only am I getting royally screwed, I now have people online harassing me, and smearing my so called brand and making lies about my registration, claiming I'm a rapist yet it was a possession charge in 2009. I lost everything and probably will be closing down everything too.

[@geroldgrimel4811]

Your very well spoken. I hope that you are enjoying your time in Europe.

[@anthonyv4678]

Those laws are harsh. I don't have to do any of that. I'm in university, if I don't leave the state I can travel wherever I want and for how long I want.

[@jacobsocknesssucks5277]

So you want rapists to run free? Fuck off libtard.

[@gusmarokity6482]

@@jacobsocknesssucks5277 Mr. Sucker, why don't you suck off?

[@yonasabrha4017]

@@jacobsocknesssucks5277 You can make mistake cos of anger or what ever The rapist u think and the rapist in the law is different To rape an innocent woman as predator is series But to make one mistake cos of one situation doesnt deserve this much punishment You are hypcroite you can make mistake and if u did do u feel it is justful to if u get all this punishment to u

[@riseoverhere3054]

@@jacobsocknesssucks5277 lol you really assume everyone on the list is a sexual predator?

[@floydbennett1189]

Thank u am in the same boat go god speed. 38 years now

[@martinkaye6397]

tottally agree. and i'm putting out a petition to get the rules changed to something sensible as soon as the petition lets me i would be most glad of your signature on my petition: reforming sex offender laws for a more effective system,- change

[@bigace3122]

I agree prison & probation should be the end

[@richbum3725]

I can not one thing to disagree with you on. You seem very intelligent and it is unfortunate that you have to carry that label above your head even after you served your punishment. This countrys has too many stupid laws in my opinion. We can easily get rid of at least a third of them.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

how bout we work together if your interested hit me up

[@timothyhinesjr.7414]

You Are Brave✊🏿💯

[@Amylyn..]

Im sorry to hear your story . My story was violent so yeah some people need to be on the list...

[@Greg-d8v]

i want to help fund you. but im on sorna in the u.s.a. and it keeps me broke. sorry man. i wish i could do better.

[@justinrabbitt9492]

I'm fighting to prove my innocence but I'm pretty much terrified of my future should I get convicted. I'm staying positive because I fully believe I'm innocent yet I've been watching lots pf vids as well as read many articles all of which pretty much agree with you. The laws are completely out of line when it comes to sex offenders. It practically punished forever without end and it's wrong. Its like people are willing to forgive a murderer, thief, or even an abuser over a sex offender. My eyes have been open,to how screwed up the system is and how severely messed up the laws are against sex offemders. I'm facing just my furst ever offense yet am terrified I'm going to be branded forever amd never be able to,reintegrate into society like they would a murderer, thief, or abuser.

[@justinrabbitt9492]

@@abroncendrik4923 thanks. All I've been doing is praying because I have nothing else.

[@mariacaceres9540]

Been wanting to get to know more about this topic and would like to help create a voice.

[@Yyyyyy5]

Well Maria, to start with of the 800,000 Americans on the sex offender registry over 250,000 of those people are children from under the legal drinking age of 21 to the youngest registered sex offender being 8 years old. But yes this stuff is so Shitastic!!!!! ITS SOOOOO FUN because we are a country that loves to hate people. We did this to our friends in the black community at one time, we did this to our friends in the gay community ........God we are such a great society!

[@Yyyyyy5]

I mean for Fuck sake I can't wait to watch re-runs of "to catch a predator" then a little law and order SVU....awesomesauce!!!

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@Yyyyyy5 you watch to catch a predator lol me too

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

Maria join me in educate people help me help common sense laws

[@riseoverhere3054]

Some states have restrictions where those people can stay along with registering every year or 6 months or 4 months depending on the tier level in which state.

[@DaneLove-sk4sd]

I was convicted of a sex offense nearly 20 years ago. I was incarcerated in the Texas Department criminal justice for five years. I have been beaten, hospitalized, and raped multiple times in the last 20 years because of my registration. I live in fear every second of every day of my life. I had a family up until three years ago when my mental state completely deteriorated. I've lost everything including my will to fight and live. All because of an accusation...

[@BabyGirl-yq3fs]

What was your offense?

[@riseoverhere3054]

I’m sorry you went through this. You did not deserve this abuse.

[@davidalexander422]

I'm sorry to hear about that. Texas is not a state you want to live as an SO. You should come up to Wa State.

[@lorinbagley8167]

I'm glad for you that you were able to escape the tyranny of our draconian laws. If I had a way and means to go to Europe and have a job and a place to live I would. There are a lot of lives ruined because of the RSO laws. Unfortunately not too many politicians are even going to try to get the laws changed because they care more about themselves then to do what is right. Thank God for Michigan.

[@ccofnw]

800,000+ registered offenders. 200,000 of which where children when convicted. some as young as 8 or 9 years old. We've placed kids who are just curious about the human body or are victims of abuse themselves and acting out because of that abuse in the same registry as the most predatory rapists. AND WORSE the general public doesnt realize this is the case, and are led to believe the registry is only violent criminals thus allowing the system to violate more and more people's rights. This is not public safety or justice in any way.

[@riseoverhere3054]

Yep it’s a waste of cash belonging to the taxpayers and the justice system wants to create future criminals.

[@vanessarossi-sondgeroth8490]

My son served his time as a sex offender, now they tell him, he’s going to a mental institution after he already did 12 years! This is not right, he did his time, he needs to come home to his family! We’re trying to find a lawyer!

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Vanessa, I'm terribly sorry for your situation... and your son's as well. I wish you all the very best. Please know and remember that there is life beyond the registry. This is not how the story will end.

[@howardjones4852]

I would like to tell my story briefly, I am one of the first group of people to be placed on Megan’s law in 1994 For lifting up a girl skirt at school I just turned 14 years old . I am now 43 years old which means I been on there for 30 years . I was forced to drop out of school in the 8th grade because of this and I choose to work instead. I choose to learn about Glass which is called a Glazier and I am one of the best Glaziers in the country. Why have I been on there so long is the million dollar question ? At the age of 18 I had consensual sex with a 14 year old who told me she was 17 , she got pregnant and that’s how my name came up. I was arrested and was told her real age. I did 2 years in prison and was released in 2003 I then found out I would have to be on Megan’s law for 15 years with a parole officer and was given dozens of Unhuman rules , requirements and restrictions I was completely shocked. I Did about 7 years and they found out I was one of the top 10 charcoal artists in the country and just opened my own Glass company LLC . I was starting to make the papers from my art so they took me off the registry but kept me on supervised psl. I ended up doing 15 years on parole or Psl as they call it and the most I got was a small motor vehicle ticket in all that time. I was easily removed from the psl after 15 years which was 2018 , my lawyer was fighting for me to be removed from Megan’s law all together but the court said hey remember when u were 14 and lifted a girl skirt up ? Well we are not removing u off . That made me stronger to be even more successful, so I started more businesses and always stayed as a Glazier to the point where I became so good no matter what glass company I worked for I was the highest paid employee. I was never fired from a job because of this , I never was turned down from a job , I was never denied a apartment or house. I have horror stories from life on psl and I mean horror stories. I would like to tell those stories along with how I beat them and didn’t fail in life and right now I am extremely successful. I earn a 6 figure salary, I had No problems since I been removed from Psl until Now . I had a opportunity in Arizona where I can double my success and the NJ detective found out and violated me for leaving NJ and not telling Arizona police that I was there to work within 10 days smh . I am pissed that Law does Not want anyone on Megan’s law to be successful. I have a story where a police officer tried to set me up in NJ for crimes he knew I didn’t commit and if I didn’t have the money or resources I would have went back to jail and everything I done would have been wasted. But I out smarted him and hired a private investigator and he got the truth and all charges was dropped with a apology from the judge I have that report right now in my icould that I want to make public a long with all the illegal stuff I seen in these past 30 years . I have stories and proof that will raise so many eyebrows my email is [e-mail]

[@CurryGaming-b6t]

Damn you got put on the registry as a minor at 14? The registry was designed to protect minors not put minors. The US want to convict minors so they can screw up and get convicted as adults again

[@larrydicus7822]

I’m not a SO but I know that these laws are unconstitutional and only exists to make money for the state. I bet those laws would change if they started going back and finding people with a DUI on their criminal history and retroactively forced them to register on a website and not allowed to go in any store that sells alcohol or live near any place that sells alcohol. It’s the exact same difference. If the government can protect one life from a drunk driver, it’s worth oppressing anyone who has had a DUU in the past.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Very logical argument. Thank you.

[@annetteslife]

unconstitutional my ass! what about the rights of the victims you chomos fuck up? when you stick your dick into a little kid that is totally fucked up

[@Yyyyyy5]

It shouldn't take much. It's a human rights issue and society used to do this crap to black people. Thought we'd learned by now its 2019 for god sake.

[@Chrisp-xp7yz]

buggyracer 1 those are two very different things. you’re comparing the discrimination of a race to people that violated someone else’s human rights why should they be given a second chance when the person they violated will never be the same again.

[@angelalutz4596]

So very, very true. We are going backwards. It is profiling and prejudice and unequal rights that is allowed. This is crazy...

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@Experiencing Interruptions? I commend you for coming forward about this I need allies, i think our society is gray i need allies wheter you were once a criminal, rational person or someone whose willing to overcome trauma hit me up if youre interested

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@angelalutz4596 if youre interested i believe its time to make AMERICA REDEEMABLE wouldnt you agree!

[@riseoverhere3054]

US has violated human rights against a lot of folks such as Natives, Asians, Blacks, Hispanics, Whites, Muslims, Jewish, Christians, Homosexuals, Transgendered, Women and Children. Oh and inmates too. USA has no business about condemning countries about human rights.

[@Oldmanintheforest]

I have a real problem with children being put on the registry for life.

[@kendalwoods3956]

If we don’t forgive, god is not going to forgive us on judgment day.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

Indeed lets tell that to the pricks who cry out safety for the children yet do the same thing!

[@riseoverhere3054]

Preach

[@Kevin-qp5we]

Love you bro.😊

[@russappleby7422]

I agree with you 100%. The laws need to change. Thank you for these videos.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

wanna help?

[@brandonstaples7300]

That’s very sad how the American system and other parts of the world can treat people who have made these kinds of mistakes to be treated even more badly after completed sentence. That’s absolute trash and bullshit!!!! Come on!!!!! People should be allowed to get on with their lives and be part of society again!!!! After learning their lesson. 😢😡 Glad Germany understands and wants to rehabilitate ex offenders etc. 👍. Rest of prisons are just greedy money making systems.

[@HotRodimus-sg2su]

Also, I have a wife and child in the Philippines. We married her in NY, it was pretty much a last minute decision for both of us to marry. But being a RSO I can't travel there to see my new family. I have a good hard earned career now and my wife uses that as an excuse as to why i don't visit. It breaks my heart to have to see my baby girl growing up without her father. To see me through a screen. She smiles when she sees me so I know she knows who i am, but still. I miss my wife alot and everyday I spend trying to improve my life, ultimately buy a home for us. Eventually, I have considered moving to another country like Germany even if that meant revoking my US citizenship. This country has fallen so short of the ideals that our founding fathers established to make the people free and to have the persuit of happiness. The corruption and politics and albeit decimated the principles and constitution on which we gained our God given civil liberties

[@vincent4810]

Have you tried to travel there?

[@HotRodimus-sg2su]

@@vincent4810 Have I tried to travel to the Philippines...no. I don't want to take the chance of spending alot of money and more than likely get sent back home.

[@vincent4810]

@@HotRodimus-sg2su From what I've read, I think you can travel there without any issues; if you take the scenic route.

[@deshawn1801]

@@HotRodimus-sg2su what do you do for a living if you don’t mind me asking? And have you considered moving to Mexico?

[@HotRodimus-sg2su]

@@deshawn1801 I'm in manufacturing. And no, I actually like New York just not the policies. I wouldn't want to live in Mexico

[@theluckiesteh9058]

While I don't think most sex offenders should be forgiven, I personally think the ones that can truly change for the better should be let back into society.... because at the end of the day, we are all human beings and we all make mistakes.... some bigger then others but still, not everyone who's done something like that deserves to be an exile. I feel like if more people get help and are forgiven then the world would be a better place.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

You're not fully wrong, oh it's me by the way, let's work together.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

I hope all is well

[@theluckiesteh9058]

@@redeemingpatriot3487 Don't worry, all is well.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@theluckiesteh9058 that's cool oh if you're still down for working together let me know

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

@@theluckiesteh9058 how do you feel about educating people online using youtube also if you got some skills In like writing and researching, I can assist with like using art and some animation

[@williambayet9863]

Just to give you an update the state of Michigan finally did do something with the sex offender registry as of July of 2019 if you sex offence was between 1988 and 2011 you no longer have to register as a sec offender the feds after careful review found that the regestry needed an overhaul sex offenders who committed the crime between the dates above were getting charged with undue punishment what I mean by that is Everytime a new law was passed it was retro,Ed to include offenders from 1988 to 2011 a federal judge out of Ann Arbor Mi gave the state 6 months to rewrite the registry or do away with it thought this would be something you would like to know as a sex offender myself this was finally a dream come true

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Yes, I agree that this is a huge victory. But we must keep in mind a few things: 1.) This affects only the folks convicted between 1988 and 2011. It does not help those convicted post 2011. We must keep fighting for them. 2.) The restrictions still in place for those convicted between 1988 and 2011 which are not directly related to the registry still amount to violations of human rights. And we must keep fighting for them as well. Yes, a huge victory which should all take pleasure in. But still a lot of work ahead. Please keep the info coming!

[@dgeorge4761]

God's voice shall be heard , soon . Trust me

[@patriciogranados685]

🙏🙏🙏I have faith in God one day we all be blessed 😇

[@HotRodimus-sg2su]

I also am in the same boat. My case is a bit different but im a level 2 in NY and I did 5 years starting after I turned 20. I won't say I was totally innocent. I did the crime against a loved one and minor but was classified as being violent solely based on her statement. Which in turn gave me the level 2 classification. I will swear to the almighty Himself, that I never forced her to do anything, physically or otherwise. I myself was abused as a minor, though back then that didn't register in my brain. I regret the choices I made at that point in my life and i wish things were different but I refuse to be responsible for an act of violence I did not commit. However, i must register for life even though I did the time locked up. I'm not saying some don't deserve the life registration, but they changed the laws so nonchalantly and out of fear. Fear makes people do stupid things. Salem witch hunts anyone?

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

indeed this is why we need to change things for the better. Im all for helping and redeem people, there are many advocacy groups who want to get rid of said registry. if you want you can join my group if you want we will try to work together by educating people through youtube videos just so we can open people's minds to new ideas also its time for a restorative justice. hit me up if youre interested.

[@deshawn1801]

@Elijah Clayton stfu

[@deshawn1801]

Can you get off the registry in 20 years since your a level 2??

[@riseoverhere3054]

Hurt people hurt people which is not excuse but facts.

[@riseoverhere3054]

They should not include adults who peed in public and adults having consensual sex with each other in cars or beaches.

[@williambayet9863]

Please respond love you videos

[@pipeorganfan26]

BRAVO! BRAVO! Please let me know where I can send you money. I AM SO ON BOARD!

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Thank you so much!!! That is vey kind of you. I believe money can be sent via paypal.me/stevenwhitsett. Again, thank you so much. I am so eager to make more and better quality videos. Since arriving in Germany I have learned so much more about the German laws and views of the American sex offender policy. The rest of the world is very aware of how crazy the American attitude toward sex is.

[@pipeorganfan26]

@@CommonSenseLaws > Hi Buddy Do You Have Email FB? Would Love To Keep In Touch With You. I Am Considering Representing My Self Pro Se To See About Having My Level Lowerd & Possible Removal On It. I Was 25 Yrs Old & Now 50. Enogh Is Enought. The Total Courruption In The Govenment. Lets Make Contact.

[@bigblackrod12]

I'm considering alot of options

[@obigboss998]

The registry should only be for habitual sexual offenders.

[@josephwhite7960]

👍!!!

[@dallshaw9403]

Been out 25 years in Washington state. I am very antisocial and frequently suicidal. Way too far. I am done.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Sounds like it's time to change some things in your life. Suicide is NOT the answer. That would be let them win. Your life is too valuable. Don't let them tell you otherwise!

[@michaeleonblu.7341]

Same....im done too...this has taken everything..theres nothing left...i didn't even touch anyone.But this has rendered me homeless. And that's a violation !!! I quit.

[@lanadelqueen9155]

@@wilsooon9969 you are a definitely brainwashed

[@riseoverhere3054]

@Elijah Clayton your a psychopath of you find pleasure in someone’s pain even if that someone did something heinous.

[@yonasabrha4017]

Once a sinner u are always a sinner in United states

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Sad, but true.

[@yungalucard9139]

The screwed up thing about all this is 95% of the people on our registration are first time offenders. This is coming from a non-convicted offender that’s horse shit.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

only in America but if you want let's fix this

[@riseoverhere3054]

Your correct

[@susanlablanc3699]

i hope god will protect you.thank you for your courage.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Thank you. :)

[@mryusuf6086]

Only the sex status is in usa u can still leave the usa into europe and ur clean and no more harrassing laws lol

[@king4life210]

these laws have gone too far and are unconstitutional once a person committed a crime and then they turn they need to be left the fuckk alone....

[@kristopherknapp1707]

Registries at the very least should only be accessible to law enforcement. And it should only contain severe crimes. Essentially a little girl catching you pissing on a tree lands you on the registry. A woman at Mardi grand flashes her breasts and ends up there if a kid sees her. Actually there shouldn't be a registry period if the court has deemed that person can safely be released then the punishment should be over and full rights restored. We are the only country that has a public registry. Most countries dont even have one period.

[@michaelmcgravey9801]

I have been dealing with a common situation. It's been a little over ten years. During this time period it has been hell on Earth. I paid my debt to society, and seek to truly move forward. I don't know how else to get past this one huge mistake without a light at the end of this this tunnel. This system doesn't provide a way to improve for the people who learned from their mistake . Not only is it just me that suffered, my children are caught in the crossfire because they don't have their father to be around in any shape or form because I'm struggling to even have a job to take care of myself nor them. I paid, when will I be able to get my/ what's left of my life back.

[@Chrisp-xp7yz]

Michael Mcgravey you did What you did the person you violated will never be the same should have thought of before you did so live with your mistake

[@TK-cc3mq]

@@Chrisp-xp7yz douchebag, why don't you do research on someone before saying that, some people don't hurt anyone and wrongly convicted of something minor for a long time!

[@gusmarokity6482]

@@TK-cc3mq I am such person and been suffering for for almost twenty years by now since even before I became one SO for years too while my wife was plannig to do this to me was suffering by her abusing me psychologically, mentally and physically, but me stupid didn't mind it for her giving me two beautiful children whom I haven't seen for fifteen years. Just saw them recently at the court because she filed for restraining order and judge gave her FIVE years more, if I just look for them I could go to jail! I will be sixty years old and never had such problem in my life, have four police report documenting her abuse yet I can't see or contact my kids even when they are adults, my girl will be eighteen this May my son finished high school last year. When I was at court kids did not look at me they kept their eyes looking at the floor which is the result of ex taking them to therapy for years since they were 3 and 4. They both play waterpolo at Union High in Redondo Beach and my girl also was a member Team USA in synchronized swimming earlier. You can imagine how much it hurts me since I too was member of the Hungarian Canoe team in my youth. Now all I can do is watch her youtube video where she is the goaly and who mostly responsible for winning their local championship last year. Anyone wish to see it can do so by searching, Kathy Wrightsman 2018-2019. My point is, what will happen in five years am I still be barred to see my children provided I'll be still around.

[@TK-cc3mq]

@@gusmarokity6482 That sucks, females seem to get away with more things with the courts

[@gusmarokity6482]

@@TK-cc3mq Thanks

[@tramorester]

I live in Ireland so I did not know much about the SOR , I heard of Meghans law over the years , but I did think too much about. I don't have any SO label attached to me or do I know anyone who has. in fact it was binging on KZbin that I came across those Chris Hanson setups with the police and cameras, I looked up the SOR for a few of the people shown and started getting an idea of the lifelong sentences as a lot are homeless, suicidal and unemployable after wards not exactly rehabilitation. Then hearing that 20% of 850k were juveniles when their crimes were committed and many more under very questionable crimes such as public urination or the Romeo and Juliet scenarios. So it does not matter on the crime just branded for life, also the matter of putting their lives and their families in danger by some unstable vigilante as we have seen recently. Now I am in no way condoning actual crimes against victims because it stays with that victim probably for life and can have horrible consequences , but I also understand that people dehumanize and demonize SO after the media whipping up a frenzy. Over all those types of extreme restrictions are not necessary for a lot of offenders and are simply for political gain, if a person is that dangerous then the law show change to pass a life sentence in prison. Also with that pathetic show with Chris Hanson , it was obvious that a lot of the men were not real paedophiles but we're almost lured into a fly trap when you read the transcripts ,they were probably didn't care young or old women just suckered when the decoys reel them in ,of course they are potentially doing something very unsavoury and very illegal but mind boggling that the police ,the Courts , prosecutors think this is justified to join Chris hanson for ratings or whatever. I wish you well and it's good to hear you are seeking sanctuary in Germany, it's a fantastic country , you are a good spokesperson for people that a lot of the public will have little empathy for and a lot of that will be from the media frenzy and labelling

[@anacwhitney]

Thank you for all your work. I got your book, and I learned a lot from it! I’m so glad you’re doing well now. Thank you for speaking up for those who can’t!

[@Dayglodaydreams]

How do you have this public conversation. When I bring this up people call me a pedophile.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

I realized quickly while in prison, that if you speak confidently about the subject - not defensively or aggressively, but merely confidently - that people react quite differently. Most folks are willing to have a reasonable discussion about these issues... and generally are surprised to learn how little they actually know or understand about these laws. We need to be careful not to assume that everyone in the world is out to get us. It's imply not true.

[@lanadelqueen9155]

@@CommonSenseLaws yes this thought of being the most hated person on earth and no matter what I do I dont deserve to live is pure suffering

[@dejesteel262]

Its amazing, I watch Detroit court, 36th, most are caught with concealed weapon and let go the next day on personal bond. Yet tier 1 sex offenders are refused a bond. This won't change until judges must spend 30 days in jail before they can take the bench.

[@boi3607]

And it's not just the unconstitutional sex offender registries, just having any sexual relationship with a 15-17 year old teenager while you're an adult you're labelled a "pedophile". American society is awful.

[@riseoverhere3054]

Age of consent of different in all countries. But it’s safer to date 18 and older.

[@joschawil]

It's not only punishment for the person on the list, it is punishment for all of their neighborhood and beyond. They all fear coming out of their house

[@scottryler1675]

I need help now with this. I got out of prison had nowhere to go

[@calvin1917]

I hear you, I've finished parole in July but still have to register and deal with the hate and fear from police who decide to tell everyone I associate with that I'm a monster.

[@sallydally7174]

@@calvin1917 disgusting cops

[@riseoverhere3054]

@@calvin1917 cops insulting you is disrespectful.

[@kenmaples6856]

There was a time in American history where women were forced to wear a large Scarlett A on their blouse if they had been caught committing adultery. Historically in many cultures adultery was punishable by Death. For the most I'm glad that attitude has changed. Society needs to point fingers at the 👉bad guy👈 to make themselves feel better about themselves. I have found those who point fingers and yell the loudest have the most to hide. Those of you who have not sinned cast the first stone.

[@duckman761]

Im a college student in latin america, and im making a research about the myths about sexual abuse and sex ofenders, first i have to understand what human sexuality is and second understand all these lies about laws, stigma, and other sexual abuse myths like "is a scar for life". I think that as society we have to treate all these topics in a mature way and not an emotional way, because represive acts use to perpetuate that problem or create others worst....for example the war against drugs.

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

my dude i also want to know not only about sex offender myths but criminals in general if you're interested hit me up i have a google hangout group chat about this let me know.

[@deku3i]

It can be a scar for life, not for everyone but it’s definitely possible.

[@robertengland8769]

When I was in my 20's, I did a one time crime, for which I successfully completed 10 years probation. I no longer have to be on the sex offender registry. I can relate to this man's story. (Hey, dude, you can build yourself a pipe shotgun to protect yourself). That's what I did. I'm doing a life sentence too.

[@Sausboildurr]

I do find it absurd that you face the same punishment as those who actually do commit substantial predatory crimes, however some of those laws are harsh for a reason, i don't think anyone would disagree with the fact that we need to be able to identify some of these people in public

[@cphine]

Ironically, in many cases, actually committing a criminal sex act is met with less jail time than committing non violent, non contact offenses. Sentencing guidelines are a joke. I have no objection to the existence of the registry so that law enforcement can know who is in a particular community. Where it goes too far is when that registry is not only made public, but used to place so many restrictions on a person that it is basically impossible to live or work. Bank robbers aren't forbidden from being with 1000 feet of a bank. Murders can live wherever they want without public shaming. I can't go within 300 feet of a McDonalds because many of them have playgrounds. I'm not a predator. Registry restrictions accomplish nothing, are expensive to enforce, and create criminals out of people for doing something that anyone else can do with no repercussions. It's a modern day Jim Crow era.

[@Sausboildurr]

@@cphine In certain cases, yes I agree, you do have a point. The current state of the U.S. criminal justice system is appalling.

[@cphine]

@@Sausboildurr Thanks for your reply. Yes, the state of the justice system is appalling. Having now experienced it from the inside I think that I have a unique insight. It's a burden and a shame I have, but like Steven is doing with these videos, I can either choose to cower or I can speak out. I have no problem with rational, effective laws. I've never laid hands on a minor, nor would I, but clearly I shouldn't be allowed to work in a school. The fact I can't go to a bar with friends without committing a felony if 250 feet away across the street there is a Chuck E Cheese is just crazy. There is so much emotion tied up in this discussion, much of which is understandable, but rules need to be based on evidence and effectiveness, not on emotion and some politicians desire to look "tough on crime".

[@Yyyyyy5]

It was once thought to help law enforcement and a "feel good soccer mom law " after years of Meghan's law we now know that law enforcement has NO PROBLEM with getting brutal rapist or repeat child molesters off the street and that the soccer moms fear is NO longer who's on the registry but rather will her own child be put on the registry. All the sex offender registry is used for is public shaming, hatred and bigotry.

[@michaellopez9846]

@@cphine Those laws were made not to help anyone but cause society have some weird view that sex offenders are some random old guy when most are family members and parents.But society went on emotions and not logic which destroyed many lifes but i suggest you speak up,you have as much rights as any human.

[@ernestwaltz3054]

I have to give you a lot of credit, since this has gone a long time ago(centuries) I can't believe just because of a little girl got murder, they decided to make a law on this!!...

[@nelsonr.flores9123]

I truly agree with you my friend I live in New Jersey where Megan’s law started I got out the same year that Megan Kanka was murder by Timothy Timdecus a convicted sex offender who didn’t never wanted to improve himself anyhow I came out of the adult diagnostic and treatment center which is a special prison for sex offenders here in New Jersey I maxed out in August 1994 and I have been registering every 90 days since February 1995 and I truly agree with you that some sex offender laws are really really getting out of hand but I must also say one thing though there are lotta guys that are doing their best to be good productive members of society and you still have those that want to be assholes and ruin it for everyone else I would very much enjoy being with you in your videos if I can afford to go to Europe I would do it.. God Bless my friend for taking a stand…👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@tyronesuave4694]

I have to ask??? As a sex offender.. How were you able to flee to Europe??

[@Pariah59]

I have seen this video multiple times and many others of yours. Yes the SOregistration laws are outrageous and unethical and are continual punishment. It also (I believe) violates the US Constitution but what do I know. I also have wondered and thought of living outside the US but at my age (57) would not know where to even look for such info. Keep making these videos and like you I will not hide.

[@nonenone9698]

These laws should be ended effictive immediately. This is double jeopardy. The label on so many people is absolutely dangerous. There may be worry för the said offender of a vigil anty that decides to kill än innocent man because they think its a justice due to something that may have happened to them. The laws of registration publically atleast should've never been allowed to begin with. This hadn't helped anyone but its only ruined many lived. I know of atleast 3 good people with This stigma attached forever to them. Even churches judge them.

[@vanessaverner8480]

My ancestors had to have special censuses in the United States. My ancestors movements were restricted. Many natives still feel that they can’t do anything but live on a reservation. You have talked about the German Holocaust in your videos. The United States was very successful at the Genocide committed against Native Americans. Unfortunately, the United States doesn’t recognize the wrongs they committed like the German Government does.

[@r.w.carter9366]

Think about those fathers that were falsely accused in divorce and child custody disputes. Plus the thousands of other innocent persons on their registry. No one should be on a registry but these numbers have it the worse. Most of the fathers have “attempting to commit “ charges bc no evidence and are level 3 lifers on the registry.

[@Will_CH1]

I watched your video until 3:51. I get it that your life is much more complicated and your opportunities are few. For an intelligent man that is a bitter pill. My impression, however, is that instead of choosing a relationship with a consenting adult, you prayed on a confused and vulnerable child. As an aspiring medical professional, you knew what you were doing. I suspect that your victim's life took a turn for the worse and he will bear that burden for the rest of his life. My head does not get around the concept of a "Debt To Society" when the victim was an individual. For me, the overriding priority is to prevent harm to more children. Do you have an alternative strategy for protecting children from predators? You may be familiar with the case of Micheal Guider in Australia. He is a prolific child rapist and killer. If our justice system was more like yours, then he would not have been released so many times. After his second release, he quickly reoffended and then escalated to killing a 9-year-old girl. How can a system be constructed that would distinguish you from him? I did not see an expression of remorse from you, but rather there was bitterness towards a system that is intended to protect children. Michael Guider also shows no remorse and is bitter towards the system that incarcerated him. Note that Guider has never disclosed the location of the girl's body so that her parents can have closure. How wise is it to release a sociopath that habitually preys on children? I apologize if my opinions seem harsh. My sentiments reflect disillusionment in my local justice system. www.change.org/p/don-t-let-michael-guider-hurt-any-more-little-girls/u/24964467

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Hello, Will. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. You are correct in saying that I do not show remorse. While I certainly appreciate your thoughts, let us both not assume that you know the details of my situation. One of the details you do not know is that 13 years after my conviction - long after I was finished serving the sentence for the sex case - the "victim" came forward and admitted in a signed affidavit that the accusation he had made against me were false. In the affidavit he explained in detail his reasons for making the accusations in the first place. Unfortunately, Florida law does not recognize recantations without corroborating evidence. Such evidence didn't exist 13 years after the fact. So, I will live with the conviction for the rest of my life. So, you're ultimately right: I have no remorse.

[@gusmarokity6482]

@@gyoshodaizugo311 Either you're not for real or a complete idiot. I suggest that you get off these types of pages and instead seek out a therapist to deal with your anger issues so as not to poison your own life or any other's in your life !!!!

[@lisafaulkner3295]

You are so ignorant. The registry increases the likelihood of re-offense. The laws don't protect anyone. And many innocent people are on the registry. You argument is based on 1 case. SOR laws or not that guy was crazy. No registry would've prevented his crimes. The registry on the other hand victimizes so many people. Not just the one who committed the crime but their spouses and children too must suffee. Yet you think that's fair. You speak on things you know not.

[@Will_CH1]

@@CommonSenseLaws My apology. I did not check this thread until today. Your accusers retraction is an important piece of information. I was unaware of this until now. Before writing my comment, I looked up your case. I did not see that your accuser had retracted his accusation. If you are innocent then of course you should be exonerated and compensated. In a case where the primary evidence is the accusers statement, then I would have thought that a retraction would not need any further supporting evidence. In your shoes, I would be bitter as well . I will not edit my previous post in case others have the same opinion.

[@CommonSenseLaws]

@@Will_CH1 Good morning (German time). I respect your willingness to soften your opinion of me. However, I still believe that whether I am innocent or guilty, ALL human beings are entitled to certain basic human rights... which includes the right (as recognized by the UDHR and ECHR) for folks to move on with their lives after completing their court-imposed sentence. I vehemently object to life-long penalties except in egregious cases. As well, I believe that we should be very careful not to lump all offenders or offenses into the same category. Reality is that while there are definitely some sick individuals who are repeat violent offenders, the vast majority of cases are not so extreme. This is not my opinion. The statistics are readily available from the FBI and DOJ. Very few things in life are really so cut and dry, so black and white. There is almost always more to the story. In no way do I advocate or condone the abuse of children or adults. But all cases should be viewed objectively, rationally and dispassionately. If we're honest with one another, we will agree that we usually do not get all the details. We hear only what the media, prosecutors or advocates want us to hear. (When a man is sitting in jail, he does not get much of an opportunity to make public statements like police and prosecutors.) Yes, there are many guilty folks in prison. Unfortunately, because merely an accusation (without supporting evidence) is enough to sustain a conviction for a sex offense in the US, there are an awful lot of folks in prison because their girlfriends got angry with them over cheating, or wives got angry didn't want to share custody during divorce proceedings. I just finished a long day at work and I'm rambling. Sorry. :) Hope you have a great day. And, again, I appreciate your comments.

[@geradessielsimon6000]

WE AGREE,these laws have gone too far,undercover & most destructive! The ALLMIGHTY WHO ALONE is my Way of escape,after YEARS of punishment from the adversary-system,continues to deliver & defend me rulers of ignorance,evil power forces & wicked mind-sets! May HE keep you FREE to free the more from the traps of the wiles of the silent killer! The LORD CHRIST JESUS is my Defense,wicked laws are coming to an end-BEING OVERTHROWN,for laws going way beyond!

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

Want to join forces I think we need to voice are opinions and say the registry doesn't do anything helpful

[@geradessielsimon6000]

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[@geradessielsimon6000]

Here's my email if needed: [e-mail]

[@redeemingpatriot3487]

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[@geradessielsimon6000]

@@redeemingpatriot3487 GOOD. Will be in good hope to receive it! Perfect way to start off a new week & end this month,for what we must settle! Many thanks! Good life!

[@davidlightfoot348]

I agree. Lock them up for life, execute them, but if they are released, let them get a job. It's silly, if a sex offender doesn't check in every six months, are the police going to drop everything and comb the country to find them? Of course not. Then why are we doing this, endless punishment is why. Which bring me to my first point. Carry on, I've never been arrested, I have no dog in the fight at all. Just my opinion.

[@potatofry1237]

Please get back to me need you're help

[@raiders84ify]

Great video

[@CommonSenseLaws]

Thank you!

[@ChavoMysterio]

In some states, even testing positive for HIV will land one on the registry, no matter how he or she caught it. The sex offender laws have also affected the LGBTQI community so greatly in states with existing "sodomy laws". There needs to be reform in those laws.

[@phoque4611]

Yes, tou are right. Your human rights have been violated.