Comments on: Let’s set the record straight — uninformed, unwarranted criticism

By: The Criminalized Man

The Criminalized Man — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 01:14:31 +0000

In reply to Aj. Well said indeed. One of the best yet. I'll link it if I ever see NARSOL criticized.

By: Tim in WI

Tim in WI — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 04:38:32 +0000

Have I told you the joke about the Sheriff notifying the public to the QRcode available for the County’s sex offenders registry.
Sorry, it’s not a joke at all. Holy commoditization Batman!

By: Former Offender

Former Offender — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 14:10:03 +0000

First, thank you Sandy for all you do. NARSOL is going to be attacked because they are advocating for good, unfortunately that is expected. People who strongly disagree, their minds are never going to be changed. You can only with those who are open enough to listen.

The infliction of the maximum amount of flesh for sex offenders is all some live for. Of course if anyone advocates for less than the maximum sentence that they are going to be ridiculed. Part of the problem is passing laws AFTER a person’s and then making it apply to everyone.

I hope you are able to find more people for the board that will help achieve the goals of the organization. Until then we know everyone in the organization is working hard to advocate for us and we appreciate it.

Thanks,

By: Registeredlady

Registeredlady — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 11:19:57 +0000

Three things to know about me before you read my comment: I was convicted of a sex offense at 21, that offense was 21 years ago, and I am a woman. I still have registration requirements because I have been homeless more adult years than not, and this contributes to my 5 failure to register convictions. While it’s known most homeless prevention programs already deny s.o.’s, there’s even less options for females. I thought maybe it was a subject you might look in to and share your view point. Thank you for sharing knowledge!

By: Tom Chambers

Tom Chambers — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 16:16:17 +0000

Sandy. Your article opened my eyes about the board makeup. Because of our society I have believed that NARSOL tilts at windmills. But this recent communication gives me hope that NARSOL will have impact.
I am a former registrant from PA. I was freed from “service” by our progressive Supreme Court.
Many others must wait for that to happen.
I have greater confidence that it will.

By: rpsabq

rpsabq — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 04:50:21 +0000

In reply to Aj.

I believe our only hope is to cling to the Constitution and continue to work at more effective ways to prove “cruel and unusual” as it applies to modern, digital applications which the government will continue to use as more technology becomes available. Applying a label virtually is as damaging to a person’s life if not more so than a physically attached label. Yet, we still have too many jurists whose lack of technical prowess prevents them from understanding this important concept. We still have too many judges who can barely operate a smart phone, will never be on Facebook and who look to law clerks to deal with anything technical. These are the same judges who still in 2024 continue to declare the registry as non-punitive.

How is this possible? If our judges are corrupt then we should all go home. If they aren’t, then we simply must keep working our legal minds in overcoming this important barrier in getting judges to learn how to interpret cases in our digital age.

By: ShiShi

ShiShi — Sat, 24 Aug 2024 01:17:54 +0000

It’s good to know that there are other survivors of sexual abuse advocating for rational sex offense laws. The registry does nothing for us, but perpetuates fear and breeds paranoia. If there’s gonna be a database of SO’s, they should just make one for all criminals so we know where the murderers are too

By: rpsabq

rpsabq — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:44:15 +0000

I’ve always believed that the only place where being a victim is truly beneficial is at the Soup Kitchen after a major hurricane. Free food for all hurricane victims! I also remember that for a time, when I first joined, I also tended to be critical of things and freely made my criticisms known. One day someone left a comment for me that said, “if you know of such better ways to do things, no one will stop you from forming your own organization and leading it the way you want to – we need all the help we can get!” Since, then I’ve learned to listen more, talk less and understand that people are working hard and doing the best they know to do; letting criticism turn into gratitude.

By: Ed

Ed — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 20:30:21 +0000

Very well said sandy. Thank you for putting things in the proper perspective. Stating the obvious that there are a thousand victims advocacy groups to one who advocates for the accused and convicted, should really not even need to be done

By: Aj

Aj — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 20:25:04 +0000

Excellent article sandy. Nice 1-2 punch for those who see very little.
In my treatment program, 30 some odd years ago, we were told we only need 3 things to survive.
1. Food 2. Clothing. 3.shelter. the registry make achieving even the basics a difficult task. Can’t eat if you can’t work. Can’t buy decent clothes if you can’t work. As for shelter, same, but only in places societal folks want us to shelter in.
I commend NARSOL and all it does. Although i sometimes wonder if the wall against us will ever crack.