Bill > HF61

This bill modifies the sex offender registry requirements in Iowa. The key provisions are: 1. It adds a new "Tier IV" classification for sex offenders whose registration requirements have expired but are now required to re-register. 2. Tier IV offenders must register in person with the county sheriff's office, providing only basic information like name, date of birth, residence, and a photograph. They do not have to verify their information as required for other tiers. 3. Tier IV offenders must register for as long as they reside in Iowa, even if their previous registration period had expired. 4. Tier IV offenders must pay a $25 registration fee when they are required to register, rather than an annual fee. 5. Violations of the registration requirements for Tier IV offenders can result in aggravated misdemeanor or felony charges. 6. The general public will not have access to Tier IV offender information through the online sex offender registry. The overall purpose of the bill is to require certain sex offenders to re-register and remain on the registry even after their previous registration period had ended.