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The complete Registry Matters archive.

  • RM318: Missouri’s Halloween Sign Law Falls: A Major PFR Victory!

    RM318: Missouri’s Halloween Sign Law Falls: A Major PFR Victory!

    In this episode, we analyze a recent court decision from the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Missouri regarding a law requiring PFRs (people required to register) to post signs at their homes on Halloween stating “No candy or treats at this residence.” The plaintiff, Thomas L. Sanderson, challenged the statute, arguing…

  • RM317: The Truth About Probation Transfers: Breaking Down the Legal Maze

    RM317: The Truth About Probation Transfers: Breaking Down the Legal Maze

    In this episode, we explore various topics, starting with clips from Justice Antonin Scalia on strict interpretation and self-governance. They then tackle misleading statistics used by organizations like “Find the Children” to instill fear, highlighting the importance of critical thinking. The episode also delves into the significance of legislative elections in shaping criminal justice and…

  • RM316: People v. Malbry: Registry Relief Gets Tougher in California

    RM316: People v. Malbry: Registry Relief Gets Tougher in California

    In this episode, we’re diving into a pivotal legal update from the Second Appellate District in California. The recent case of People v. Malbry has sparked significant debate regarding sex offender registry petitions. We’ll explore how this decision, which upholds the denial of a petition from a convicted offender, may influence the petitioning process moving…

  • RM315: Illinois Court Ruling Brings Hope for Civil Commitment Reform

    RM315: Illinois Court Ruling Brings Hope for Civil Commitment Reform

    [6:24] We delve into the debate over the interpretation of the U.S. Constitution, focusing on originalism versus a more dynamic, evolving approach. Larry introduces a classic clip from Justice Antonin Scalia, who argues that the Constitution should be interpreted as it was written over 200 years ago. The conversation explores how this viewpoint influences judicial…

  • RM314: Civil Regulation or Punishment? The Implications of MO-SORA

    RM314: Civil Regulation or Punishment? The Implications of MO-SORA

    In this episode, we dive into a challenging Missouri Supreme Court decision affecting the PFR community, revisit last week’s discussion on banishment, and update you on a key case in Alabama argued before the Eleventh Circuit. Chance returns with news from California on progress in parole and treatment, and we also discuss a recent press…

  • RM313: Constitutional Challenges and the NC Sex Offender Registry

    RM313: Constitutional Challenges and the NC Sex Offender Registry

    In this episode, we analyze how The Fourth US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld North Carolina’s sex offender registration law, rejecting claims it violates the constitutional prohibition against ex post facto punishment. Despite criticism from advocacy groups citing harsh restrictions and banishment-like effects, the court deemed the law a civil measure, affirming the trial court’s…

  • RM312: Michigan’s Registry Ruling: Cruel or Unusual?

    RM312: Michigan’s Registry Ruling: Cruel or Unusual?

    [5:56] Larry addressed accusations against Dan Bongino [22:58] In the Michigan Supreme Court case People v. Lyman, the court ruled that applying the Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) to non-sexual offenses violates Michigan’s constitutional prohibition against cruel or unusual punishment. The case originated from Cora Lyman’s convictions, including torture and unlawful imprisonment, without any sexual…

  • RM311: Court of Appeals Affirms Conviction, Vacates Overbroad Probation Conditions

    RM311: Court of Appeals Affirms Conviction, Vacates Overbroad Probation Conditions

    In this episode, we analyze a case from the Georgia Court of Appeals, focusing on conditions of supervision and the sufficiency of evidence. We also revisit Mississippi’s disenfranchisement of felons, highlighting its egregious nature. Additionally, we debunk a claim by a presidential candidate about rising crime rates in the U.S. through our educational segment. In…

  • RM310: Mississippi’s Strict Voting Laws: An Archaic Stance

    RM310: Mississippi’s Strict Voting Laws: An Archaic Stance

    [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…

  • RM309: First Amendment Rights Under Fire: The Battle in Kentucky

    RM309: First Amendment Rights Under Fire: The Battle in Kentucky

    [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…