The Sex Offenders Register 

What is the Sex Offenders Register?


The Sex Offenders Register was introduced in England and Wales as part of the Sex Offenders Act 1997 which was more recently amended by Part 2 of the the Sexual Offences Act 2003. The Sex Offenders Register applies to a person who is convicted or cautioned for a qualifying sexual offence. When a person is made subject to the register they are required to notify with the police, usually within three days of a guilty plea or conviction.


Not all sexual offences lead to a person to becoming subject to the notification requirements, and this largely depends on how the case concludes. Therefore where it can be avoided it should be. Getting advice from a specialist lawyer can make a difference.


What information will I have to provide to the police when I register?


Initially the requirements were for a person to inform the police of the following:


  • Name and any aliases
  • Date of Birth
  • National Insurance Number
  • Main address and any address intended to be resided at for more than 7 days in a 12 month period
  • Any changes to the above


Since August 2012 the additional requirements are necessary:


  • Notify the police of all foreign travel
  • Notify bank account and credit card details
  • Notify when residing in a house where a person under the age of 18 lives
  • If there is no fixed abode, you may be required to notify with the police weekly.
  • Notification of passport details
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How long will I be subject to the Sex Offenders Register?

Disposal Notification Requirement
Adult Youth
Simple Caution 2 years 1 year
Fine 5 years 2.5 years
Community Order/Youth Rehabilitation Order 5 years 2.5 years
Hospital Order without restrictions 7 years 3.5 years
Hospital Order with restrictions Indefinitely Indefinitely
Custodial sentence of 6 months or less 7 years 2.5 years
Custodial sentence of more than 6 months and less than 30 months 10 years 5 years
Custodial sentence of 30 months or more Indefinitely Indefinitely

Can the public find out who is on the Sex Offenders Register?


The Sex Offenders Register is not a public document therefore, there is no way in which a member of the public can obtain the details of a person who is subject to the notification requirements.


Can I Come Off The Sex Offenders Register?


Removal from the Sex Offenders Register can be crucial, being subject to notifications requirements can impact a persons ability to obtain employment, it can affect relationships and travel.


Applying to be removed from the Sex Offenders Register only applies to those who have been subject to it for a period of 15 years in the case of an adult, and 8 years in cases concerning youth offenders. Therefore, it is likely you would only fall into this bracket if you were made subject to the register indefinitely when you were convicted. Since 2012 people who fall into this bracket have be given the opportunity to apply to the police for a review of this requirement, after the requisite time limit has elapsed.


How Eventum Legal can help?


Our Lawyers specialise in representing those accused of sexual offences, this includes challenging the restrictions placed upon a person following conviction. If you feel the prohibitions, or conditions placed on you are unjust and are restricting your ability to live your life then contact our team today for a free and confidential discussion about your circumstances.

With EventumLegal, you gain more than just legal representation; you gain a partner who is committed to protecting your rights, your reputation and your future.

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