Resources & Support
Comprehensive guides, legal information, and practical resources for individuals and families navigating sex offense laws and their consequences.
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Legal Resources
Federal Sex-Crime Process Guide
GuideStep-by-step roadmap through the federal criminal process from investigation to BOP placement, with official DOJ, USSC, and BOP sources.
View ResourceState Sex-Crime Process Guide
GuideComprehensive guide to state-level sex offense cases, including arrest, trial, sentencing, and state registration requirements.
View ResourceYour Rights at Every Stage
GuideComprehensive guide to constitutional rights and legal protections from investigation through reentry.
View ResourceRegistry Rules by State
Guide HubState-by-state registration requirements, restrictions, compliance steps, and relief paths.
View ResourceSOLAR Appeals Guide
GuideStep-by-step hand-holder for challenging convictions, sentences, supervision/registry decisions, and preserving future remedies.
View ResourceCourt Forms & Templates
FormsLegal forms and templates for common registry-related legal proceedings.
Housing & Living
Housing Search Guide
GuideStrategies for finding housing with registry restrictions and landlord communication tips.
View ResourceResidency Restriction Maps
ToolInteractive maps showing residency restrictions and compliant housing areas by location.
Tenant Rights Survival Guide
GuidePlain-language survival advice + legal deep dives for registrants and families navigating housing and tenant rights.
View ResourceEmergency Housing Resources
DirectoryList of emergency shelters and transitional housing programs that accept registry individuals.
Employment & Education
Job Search Strategies
GuideEffective approaches to finding employment with a criminal background and registry restrictions.
View ResourceEmployment Directory & Job Search Guide
DirectoryComprehensive directory of registrant-friendly employers and proven job search strategies for individuals with criminal backgrounds.
View ResourceProfessional Licensing & Certification Paths for Registrants
GuideStep-by-step options for trades, CDL, IT, cosmetology, health-adjacent roles, and more β with offline alternatives, funding sources, and practical checklists.
View ResourceSmall Business & Entrepreneurship Guide
GuideStep-by-step, stigma-aware roadmap for registrants and families to overcome employment barriers through self-employment and entrepreneurship.
View ResourceEducational Opportunities
DirectoryColleges, trade schools, and online programs accessible to individuals on the registry.
Mental Health & Support
Mental Health & Support Directory
DirectoryComprehensive directory of mental health, legal, and support resources for individuals and families affected by sex offense laws and registry requirements.
View ResourceSupport Groups
DirectoryLocal and online support groups for individuals and families affected by registry laws.
Crisis Resources
GuideImmediate help resources for mental health crises and suicidal thoughts.
Family Support Resources
GuideResources specifically designed to help family members cope and find support.
Incarceration
Prison Dos & Donβts Guide
GuideA comprehensive, plain-language survival guide for people with sex-offense convictions and their families, covering safety, daily life, and reentry preparation.
View ResourceSOTP, Designation, and Safety in the BOP
GuideHow sex-offense history affects BOP designation, security scoring, treatment programs, safety planning, and institutional movement β with strategies for self-advocacy and harm reduction.
Prison Communication, Mail, Visits & Monitoring
GuideHow communication, mail, phones, visits, money transfers, and approved contacts work in prison β including monitoring rules and special restrictions for sex-offense cases.
Prison Discipline, Infractions & Common Pitfalls
GuideUnderstanding disciplinary codes, sanctions, and common traps β plus how to avoid violations and navigate the process if charged with an infraction.
Reentry & Reintegration
Reentry Checklist
ChecklistComprehensive step-by-step checklist for successful reentry after incarceration, covering housing, employment, health, legal obligations, and long-term planning.
View ResourceTransportation Resources
DirectoryPublic transportation guides and resources for getting around with travel restrictions.
Financial Planning Guide
GuideManaging finances, building credit, and planning for the future after conviction.
View ResourceCommunity Integration Tips
GuidePractical advice for rebuilding relationships and becoming an active community member.
View ResourceFamily & Supporter Resources
The SOLAR Family & Allies Guide
GuideSupporting a loved one through a sex-offense caseβfrom arrest to reentry (and beyond). A grounded, action-oriented roadmap for families and allies, with scripts, checklists, and links.
View ResourceChildren & Disclosure + Relationship Rebuilding Toolkit
GuideWarm, step-by-step scripts and tools for talking with children, managing family reactions, rebuilding trust, and sustaining resilience.
View ResourceFinancial Support Strategies
GuidePractical advice for families managing the financial impact of legal fees, lost income, and ongoing expenses.
View ResourceAdvocacy Toolkit
Legislative Advocacy Guide
GuideStep-by-step guide to contacting legislators, writing effective letters, and advocating for policy reform.
View ResourceResearch & Data Resources
DatabaseAccess to peer-reviewed research, statistics, and evidence-based arguments for registry reform.
View ResourceCommunity Organizing Toolkit
ToolkitTools and strategies for building local advocacy groups and organizing community support.
Media & Communication Guide
GuideBest practices for engaging with media, crafting messages, and sharing stories effectively.
Current Events & Legislative Updates
Legislative Tracker
DatabaseReal-time tracking of pending sex offense legislation, registry reform bills, and policy changes across all states.
View ResourceAccountability Watch (Weekly)
SeriesWeekly roundup of verified arrests, charges, pleas, convictions, and sentencings involving public figures β with registry-status context.
View ResourceAdvocacy Wins & Updates
NewsRecent victories in registry reform, successful court challenges, and positive policy changes nationwide.
High-Profile Case Analysis
AnalysisExpert analysis of significant court cases and their implications for sex offense law and registry requirements.
View ResourceAdvocacy Events Calendar
CalendarUpcoming advocacy meetings, legislative hearings, reform conferences, and community organizing events.
Travel & Relocation
Interstate Moving Guide
GuidePractical framework for safely relocating across state lines while on the registry.
View ResourceTravel Restrictions by State
DatabaseComprehensive database of travel notification requirements, restricted areas, and temporary travel permissions by jurisdiction.
International Travel Guide
GuidePassport applications, international notification requirements, and country-specific entry restrictions for registry individuals.
View ResourceVacation & Business Travel Toolkit
ToolkitTemplates for travel notifications, compliance checklists, and emergency contact information for short-term travel.
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Emergency Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
988
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
24/7 text-based crisis support
SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357
Mental health and substance abuse treatment referrals
