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Law restricting where sex offenders can live is unconstitutional, L.A. judge rules

By "eAdvocate"

Before everyone jumps for joy, this is the trial court, and the decision will likely be appealed. With that said, the decision is very likely a solid one with all facts taken into consideration, and from comments below, the judge is very attuned to what makes the public safe, and what does not, and has made that his priority in the decision! 11-4-2010 California: Saying sex offenders are being forced to choose between prison and homelessness, a Los Angeles judge issued an opinion this week blocking enforcement of provisions a state law restricting how close those offenders can live from parks or schools. Superior Court Judge Peter Espinoza issued the 10-page ruling after four registered sex offenders petitioned the court, arguing that the legislation known as Jessica's Law was unconstitutional...continue to full post

Full post as published by Sex Offender Issues, News, Recidivism and Studies on November 04, 2010 (boomark / email).