Information about sex offenders may be obtained by visiting the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Website by clicking here*.

Registered sex offenders in New York are classified by the risk of reoffense*. A Board of Examiners, appointed by the Governor, determines whether an offender is a level 1 (low risk), 2 (moderate risk) or 3 (high risk). The Board of Examiners also determines whether an offender should be given the designation of a sexual predator*, sexually violent offender* or predicate sex offender*. Offenders are required to be registered for 20 years or life. Level 1 offenders with no designation must register for twenty years. Level 1 offenders with a designation, as well as level 2 and level 3 offenders regardless of whether they have a designation must register for life.

• You can call 1-800-262-3257 to determine if someone is on the Registry. You will need the name of the offender and one of the following: an exact address, a complete date of birth, a driver's license number or a social security number.

• Click here* to access the Subdirectory of Level 3 Sex Offenders on the DCJS web site and use  the "Search for Level 3 Sex Offenders" button. You can search for level 3 offenders by name, county or zip code.

*Links to the NYS Department of Criminal Justice Services web site.