Attorney Representation For Massachusetts Sex Offender Registry Cases

Last updated on September 10, 2024

Facing sex offender registration in Massachusetts is a serious matter with long-lasting consequences. The complexities of these laws require experienced legal guidance.

At Carney, Gaudet & Carney, we serve clients in Boston, and throughout the state for sex offender registration matters. Our attorneys work as a team, advocating for the lowest possible registration level and/or relief from the obligation to register as a sex offender.

We have the experience to aggressively litigate classification decisions before the Sex Offender Registry Board and, if we receive an adverse decision, to challenge the Sex Offender Registry Board in Court.

What are the different sex offender registration classifications In Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, sex offenses are categorized into tiers. We can advocate for clients at sentencing to not be required register as a sex offender. Even if a person is required to register, our advocacy does not end there. There are three levels of classifications for sex offenders:

Level One:

• For offenders who are considered a low risk of re-offense and low degree of danger
• Offenders must renew their registration with the local police department every year during their birth month.
• Critically, information about Level 1 offenders is not publicly disseminated on the internet or on the Sex Offender Registry Board’s website.
• Level 1 offenders may request relief from registration after a certain period of time (10 years), or at any time they are no longer deemed to pose any degree of danger or risk of re-offense.

Level Two:

• Level 2 offenders are those who pose a moderate risk of re-offense and degree of danger
• Biographical information about Level 2 offenders is publicly disseminated and posted on the Sex Offender Registry Board Website.
• We can help challenge a Level 2 classification to reduce an offender to Level 1, or even relief from registration in certain circumstances.

Level Three:

• Level 3 offenders are those who pose the highest risk of reoffense and degree of danger
• Biographical information about Level 3 offenders is publicly disseminated and posted on the Sex Offender Registry Board Website. Registration is a lifetime requirement.
• We can help challenge a Level 3 classification to reduce an offender’s classification level.

The restrictions and legal obligations under each tier are significant.

What Is A Sex Offender Not Allowed To Do In Massachusetts?

Registered sex offenders face strict limitations, including restrictions on living near schools or day cares, working in jobs involving minors and using the internet and social media.

Can You Be Removed From The Sex Offender Registry?

Removal from the Sex Offender Registry in Massachusetts is possible but challenging.

Failing to register as required can result in severe penalties, including jail time, fines, extended registration periods, stricter monitoring, loss of employment or housing, and lasting damage to your personal and professional relationships.

Call Our Boston Sex Offender Defense Attorneys Today

Facing the prospect of being listed on the Massachusetts Sex Offender Registry is daunting. At Carney, Gaudet & Carney, we will help you present an aggressive defense. Call 617-404-9683 today for a consultation.