Does any one think we should have version of Megans law in the U.K?

Question

I personaly think any idea that can protect children is a good one but at the same time I understand there are alot of stupid people out there like the people who beat up a pediatrician because it sounded like pedophile so I am not sure.

Answer 1

For those of you who don't know what Megan's Law is:
Enacted in 1996, this federal law requires local law enforcement agencies in all 50 states to notify schools, day care centers, and parents about the presence of certain sex offenders in their area. The law was named for a seven-year-old Megan Kanka of Hamilton Township, New Jersey. In 1994, she was kidnapped, raped, and murdered, allegedly by a neighbor who was a twice-convicted sex offender.

I do think Megan's Law is a great idea, however there are always negatives to every positive. I live in the United States, and we do have it. However, I am only speaking from my opinions. I have never personally experienced anything having to do around Megan's Law. It is a good idea, and I think that everyone should have one. I do think that some "sex offenders" get a bad rap though. If a 19 year old engages in voluntary sex with his/her 17 year old partner, and a parent presses charges, the 19 year old would be considered a sex offender. I have had some people argue with me, but I have been taking Criminal Justice classes, and I asked this exact question. It is illegal. That person, in my opinion, has had a bad label put on him/her. Also, once someone knows about the sex offender, they might decide to take actions into their own hands. Such as physical violence, destroying property, harassment, etc. While there are two sides to this, I think overall it is a good thing.

Hope this helps you! :)

Answer 2

I think its a good idea to have it in the U.K but I worry it will encourage people to believe that children are most at risk most from strangers when in fact most child abusers tend to be relatives and long time friends of the family.

Answer 3

Sure if the objective you have in mind can be achieved!