Thursday, November 08, 2007
A controversial bill to require sex offenders to display neon green license plates is making waves between Ohio lawmakers and law enforcement officials, MyFoxCleveland.com reports.
Prosecutors, sheriffs and police chiefs oppose Kristen’s Law, named for 14-year-old Kristen Jackson, who in 2002 was lured from a fair by a paroled sex offender, murdered and her body dismembered.
They say the perpetrators are smart enough to find other ways to corner their victims and fear the plates will cause vandalism and harassment against the offenders, as well as road rage and traffic hazards. Full Story
Ohio Bill Would Make Sex Offenders Display Green License Plates
Posted by David at 11/08/2007 04:17:00 PM
Labels: "Scarlet Letter" / Shaming, Community Notification, Diminished Liberty, Hysteria, Injustice, Mobility Restrictions
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