Episode Archive - Registry Matters

[12:38] In this episode, Andy, Larry, and Chance discuss a recent case from the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Mississippi regarding the restoration of voting rights. Mississippi has some of the strictest disenfranchisement laws in the U.S., which bar individuals convicted of certain felonies from voting. The court’s majority upheld the state’s law, stating […] The post RM310: Mississippi’s Strict Voting Laws: An Archaic Stance appeared first on Registry Matters.

[7:05] Robert, wrote a letter asking if a 2004 court order, which omitted mention of probation, supersedes his 2002 plea agreement that included indefinite supervised probation. The response clarified that a plea agreement is a binding contract, and the state can correct clerical errors even after many years. Therefore, Robert’s probation condition remains enforceable, and […] The post RM309: First Amendment Rights Under Fire: The Battle in Kentucky appeared first on Registry Matters.

We hosted a live studio audience recording of the podcast attended by “8,000” people. It was a great time. Thank you to everyone for coming out and having fun at the NARSOL conference in Atlanta, Georgia. The post RM308: Live From The NARSOL 2024 Conference in Atlanta appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode of Registry Matters, we explore a range of critical legal issues and legislative updates. We start with a discussion on a court ruling that bars a wrongfully imprisoned man from suing officials due to immunity protections. Next, we delve into the implications of California’s Tiered Registry Law for PFRs, emphasizing legislative intent […] The post RM307: Innocence Denied: The Unseen Scars of Wrongful Conviction appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode, we don’t have any cases to discuss, but we do have some compelling content. Initially, I planned to talk about a complaint filed by the ACLU in New York regarding proximity restrictions, but I didn’t have the energy. Tonight, we have some listener questions to address. One question comes from an attorney […] The post RM306: Putting the Jack Back in the Box After a Criminal Conviction appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of the McGuire case and its challenge to Alabama’s Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act (ASORCNA). We explore the key provisions contested as unconstitutional, including residency, employment, loitering, ID, and internet dissemination regulations. Join us as we navigate through the court’s lengthy 162-page opinion, discuss the […] The post RM305: ASORCNA and the Courts: A Convoluted Legal Saga appeared first on Registry Matters.

[05:52] Listener question from YouTube: What are the correct vehicles to challenge the registry other than declaratory judgment? [21:57] A listener on federal supervision in Ohio was denied internet access by their PO, impacting job searches, healthcare, and education. This appears to be a district-wide issue. Can this policy be challenged given the necessity of […] The post RM304: Sixth Circuit Ruling: What It Means for Tennessee’s Registry appeared first on Registry Matters.

[2:44] A scammer exploited the national sex offender registry to impersonate law enforcement and extort money from a registered individual at their workplace, prompting a call for protective measures from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. [9:16] Episode 299 revisits polygraphs, highlighting a listener’s experience with authorities who view them as conclusive, despite being denied access […] The post RM303: Targeted by Intimidation: How Scammers Exploit Registries for Fraud and Extortion appeared first on Registry Matters.

[2:12] We dive into the challenges of recanted testimony in legal cases, explaining why such testimony alone often isn’t sufficient to overturn a conviction. It highlights the unreliability of recantations and the complexities they introduce for prosecutors and the courts. The discussion also covers specific circumstances under which a recantation might be considered more seriously […] The post RM302: The Ethics of Castrating PFRs: Is it Ever Justified? appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode we dig deep into Harvey Weinstein’s overturned conviction by the New York Court of Appeals, focusing on legal aspects such as the admissibility of prior bad acts under Rule 404(b) and Molineux application. The conversation delves into the nuances of legal evidence, exploring exceptions and their implications on court trials, and emphasizing […] The post RM301: From Guilty to Not: The Reversal of Harvey Weinstein’s Conviction appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode, we delve into a mix of intriguing legal and travel-related issues. First, we explore the implications of renouncing U.S. citizenship and the subsequent requirements for registry when visiting as an EU citizen. We then dissect a pivotal Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals decision, which impacts parental contact during supervised release, shedding light […] The post RM300: The Fight for Parental Contact in Illinois appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode, our legal experts delve into the case of a former police officer who has secured a plea deal potentially leading to probation. Recently relocated to Texas, he faces challenges regarding the transfer of his probation supervision from New Mexico. Key issues include the adherence to interstate compact rules and the implications of […] The post RM299: The Great Escape: Justice Across State Lines appeared first on Registry Matters.

In a significant development, the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) has agreed to lower the tier assignments for individuals convicted of attempted offenses, following a lawsuit challenging the practice of equating attempt crimes with their completed counterparts for registry purposes. This decision, now formalized by a Los Angeles Superior Court order, marks a departure […] The post RM298: Unshackling Justice: The California DOJ’s Groundbreaking Tier Adjustment appeared first on Registry Matters.

This episode will feature a varied mix of content. We’ll provide updates on legislation in West Virginia and review some pertinent articles. The highlight of the episode will focus on a judge who was ousted in Illinois. And we also have a question or two [2:56] Seeking advice on post-prison life, employment challenges as a […] The post RM296: Guilty No More: The Power of a Judge’s Change of Heart appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode of Registry Matters, we focus on legislative advocacy, specifically discussing a lengthy bill from Oklahoma and its potential impact. We listen to a voicemail to address issues raised by Eric in a voicemail. [3:11] Listener Alex, worried about a police visit after his son’s doctor visit, seeks advice. [31:57] Oklahoma legislation aims […] The post RM295: Can This Bill Be Stopped? Inside the Fight Against Oklahoma’s “Knights Law” appeared first on Registry Matters.

This episode provides updates to legislation around the country and discusses PFR registration, adding new offenses, and juvenile offender rules. Future adjustments aim for better legislation, ensuring compliance and protecting rights. [2:51] The content discusses the experience of a person on the registry facing travel challenges, specifically mentioning a cruise line that does not do […] The post RM294: Navigating the Maze: The Journey of PFR Legislation Around the Country appeared first on Registry Matters.

In this episode, we explore the legal intricacies of Louisiana’s PFR registration laws in the case between Aaron Nelson, et al. and Jeffrey Landry, Louisiana’s Attorney General. Uncover the debate over branding sex offender labels on IDs and the social media ban, and delve into the implications of the court’s partial victory. Join us for […] The post RM293: The Legal Maze: Understanding the Aaron Nelson Registration Challenge appeared first on Registry Matters.

Our program tonight goes over the myth of “Frightening and High”. Politicians, leveraging unfounded fears of high sex offender recidivism, have crafted oppressive laws. These were upheld by the Supreme Court, relying on a debunked 80% recidivism rate from a 1986 article, causing widespread harm to registrants. [4:26] Ex-cop critiques podcast’s license plate reader discussion […] The post RM292: Justice Misguided: How a Fabricated Statistic Shaped Sex Offender Laws appeared first on Registry Matters.

[1:23] Question from a listener who hopes for parole release this year and intends to challenge the Texas PFR registration statute, believing it unconstitutional like Roe vs. Wade. He perceives attorneys’ reluctance to challenge it due to fear of public backlash, but he himself is unafraid. [11:27] A comment from a listener on YouTube thinks […] The post RM291: Are You Afraid Of An Invisible Boogeyman? appeared first on Registry Matters.

[1:27] Navigating the termination of sex offender registration in California involves assessing eligibility based on meeting the mandatory registration period, having no pending charges, and being classified as a “Tier Three – Lifetime” registrant. Petitioning is possible even with out-of-state convictions, given compliance with the relevant tier’s mandatory minimum registration requirements. Individuals placed in a […] The post RM290: The Nuts & Bolts of the Petitioning Process in California appeared first on Registry Matters.