Safety Resources

Information and tools to help protect your family and community.

🚨 Report Suspicious Activity

If you witness a crime in progress, call 911 immediately.

1-800-THE-LOST

Reporting & Hotlines

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National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

24/7 hotline for reporting missing children and child exploitation. Operates the CyberTipline for online exploitation reports.

Visit NCMEC →
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CyberTipline

Report online enticement of children, child sexual exploitation, and child pornography. Anonymous reporting available.

Submit a Report →
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NSOPW.gov

Official U.S. Department of Justice national sex offender public website. Search all state registries in one place.

Search Registry →
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Internet Crimes Against Children

ICAC Task Force helps state and local law enforcement agencies enhance their investigative response to online child exploitation.

Learn More →
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FBI Tips

Report federal crimes including child exploitation, trafficking, and kidnapping to the FBI's tip line.

Submit FBI Tip →
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RAINN Hotline

National Sexual Assault Hotline. Confidential support from trained staff members. Available 24/7.

1-800-656-4673 →

Safety Guidelines

1

Know Your Neighborhood

Use our map tool to identify registered offenders in your area. Set up email alerts for new registrations near your address.

2

Talk to Your Children

Have age-appropriate conversations about personal safety, boundaries, and what to do if someone makes them uncomfortable.

3

Monitor Online Activity

Keep computers in common areas, use parental controls, and maintain open communication about online interactions.

4

Report Suspicious Behavior

Trust your instincts. If something seems wrong, report it to local law enforcement. It's better to be cautious.

5

Verify Caregivers

Run background checks on babysitters, tutors, coaches, and anyone who will have unsupervised access to your children.

6

Create a Safety Plan

Establish safe words, trusted adults, and clear procedures for what children should do in various emergency situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a sex offender registry?
A sex offender registry is a database maintained by law enforcement agencies that contains information about individuals convicted of sex crimes. The purpose is to inform the public about the presence of sex offenders in their communities. In the United States, all 50 states maintain registries that are accessible to the public through the National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW.gov).
What do the tier classifications mean?
Sex offenders are classified into three tiers based on the severity of their offense. Tier 1 (low risk) includes offenses like indecent exposure and must register for 15 years. Tier 2 (moderate risk) includes offenses involving minors aged 12-17 and requires 25-year registration. Tier 3 (high risk) includes the most serious offenses such as sexual assault and requires lifetime registration.
Can I receive alerts when an offender moves near me?
Yes, PedoScans offers email alerts for your specified address or neighborhood. When a registered sex offender moves within a certain radius of your location, you'll receive an automatic notification. You can set up alerts on the home page by entering your email address.
Is it legal to access this information?
Yes, sex offender registry information is public record under federal law (Megan's Law and the Adam Walsh Act). However, using this information to harass, threaten, or harm registered offenders is illegal. This information is provided solely for public safety awareness.
How often is the data updated?
Our database is updated multiple times daily by aggregating data from all 50 state registries and the federal NSOPW database. Most changes (new registrations, address updates, compliance status) are reflected within 24-48 hours of being reported to state authorities.
What should I do if an offender violates their registration requirements?
If you believe a registered sex offender is violating their registration requirements (not living at their registered address, not reporting to law enforcement, etc.), contact your local police department or sheriff's office immediately. You can also report violations through our platform using the "Report Tip" button.