Iowa SF317 increases the annual registration fee for sex offenders from $25 to $50.

Iowa SF317 amends the registration fee for persons on the sex offender registry, raising it from $25 to $50 annually. The fee is payable to the sheriff of the county of principal residence, starting with the first in-person appearance after July 1, 2025. If a sex offender has multiple residences, the fee is due in the county where they first appear in person. The sheriff may allow time to pay, permit installment payments, or waive the fee if the offender is unable to pay at the time of registration. These fees help cover the costs associated with the registration of sex offenders.

Iowa SF317 increases the annual registration fee for sex offenders from $25 to $50.

Iowa SF317 amends the registration fee for persons on the sex offender registry, raising it from $25 to $50 annually. The fee is payable to the sheriff of the county of principal residence, starting with the first in-person appearance after July 1, 2025. If a sex offender has multiple residences, the fee is due in the county where they first appear in person. The sheriff may allow time to pay, permit installment payments, or waive the fee if the offender is unable to pay at the time of registration. These fees help cover the costs associated with the registration of sex offenders.