HB481

Kentucky HB481 amends sex offender residency restrictions, prohibiting them from living near schools and playgrounds.

Kentucky HB481 modifies the state's sex offender residency restrictions. It prohibits sex offenders from residing within one thousand feet of schools, playgrounds, or day care facilities. For offenders who registered before the bill's effective date, the restriction is one thousand feet. For those who register after the bill's effective date, the restriction increases to three thousand feet. The bill also prohibits offenders from loitering or operating businesses within one thousand feet of these locations. Violations are punishable by fines and imprisonment.