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Megan's Law is named in remembrance of Megan Kanka, a 7-year-old New
Jersey girl who was raped and murdered by a convicted child molester living
across the street from her home. In 1995, when she was killed, the local
police department was not allowed to release sex-offender information
to the community, but Megan's case caused a public outcry. On May 8, 1996,
President Clinton signed a federal law allowing public access to information
about high-risk offenders.
There is now a version of Megan's Law on the books in all 50 states and
the District of Columbia. In several states convicted sex offenders are
now listed on the Internet where anyone with online access can learn about
their crimes.
State-by-State Megan's Law Information
Find information about Megan's Law for all 50 states and the District
of Columbia.
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Texas
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