Don't Panic! You Can Replace Fear with Confidence
Discovering that a convicted sex offenderi is living nearby stirs up a range of feelings: fear, anger, insecurity and anxiety.
There are many things you can do to make the situation more manageable - and channel these emotions into actions that address situations that put children most at risk for sexual harm. Learn how to identify the most common threats and concerns. Then find out the best ways you can join with others to keep everyone safe.
Take action! Learn how to keep children safe
- Get FAQs about the sex offender registryi
- Read about Sex Offenders in the Community from Ask Now! advice column
- Download our Tip Sheet Concerned about Sex Offenders in Your Neighborhood?
- Search the national sex offender registry
- Read the FAQ: Is it possible to "profile a child sex predator"?






