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Restrictions for North Carolina

Review Supervised Release restrictions in each of the federal districts and the Sex Offender Registry requirements for the state of North Carolina

North Carolina Federal Districts:

Western, Middle, and Eastern

Below you will find information on standard conditions of supervision and travel restrictions, as well as sex offender registry requirements.

Always follow the conditions and restrictions given to you by your U.S. Probation Officer.

Select your district below:

Western District

Middle District

Eastern District

Western District of North Carolina

Mandatory Conditions of Supervision

The defendant shall not commit another federal, state, or local crime.
The defendant shall not unlawfully possess a controlled substance.
The defendant shall refrain from any unlawful use of a controlled substance. The defendant shall submit to one drug test within 15 days of release from imprisonment and at least two periodic drug tests thereafter, as determined by the court (unless omitted by the Court).
The defendant shall cooperate in the collection of DNA as directed by the probation officer (unless omitted by the Court).

Standard Conditions of Supervision

The defendant shall report to the probation office in the federal judicial district he/she is authorized to reside within 72 hours of release from imprisonment, unless the probation officer instructs the defendant to report to a different probation office or within a different time frame.
The defendant shall report to the probation officer in a manner and frequency as directed by the Court or probation officer.
The defendant shall not leave the federal judicial district where he/she is authorized to reside without first getting permission from the Court or probation officer.
The defendant shall answer truthfully the questions asked by the probation officer.
The defendant shall live at a place approved by the probation officer. The probation officer shall be notified in advance of any changes in living arrangements (such as location and the people with whom the defendant lives).
The defendant shall allow the probation officer to visit him/her at any time at his/her home or elsewhere, and shall permit the probation officer to take any items prohibited by the conditions of his/her supervision that the probation officer observes.
The defendant shall work full time (at least 30 hours per week) at lawful employment, unless excused by the probation officer. The defendant shall notify the probation officer within 72 hours of any changes regarding employment.
The defendant shall not communicate or interact with any persons engaged in criminal activity, and shall not communicate or interact with any person convicted of a felony unless granted permission to do so by the probation officer.
The defendant shall notify the probation officer within 72 hours of being arrested or questions by a law enforcement officer.
The defendant shall not own, possess, or have access to a firearm, ammunition, destructive devices, or dangerous weapon (i.e., anything that was designed, or modified for, the specific purpose of causing bodily injury or death to another person such as nunchucks or tasers)
The defendant shall not act or make any agreement with a law enforcement officer agency to act as a confidential informant without first getting the permission of the court.
The probation officer determines that the defendant poses a risk to another person (including an organization), the probation officer may contact the person and make such notifications or confirm that the defendant has notified the person about the risks.
The defendant shall refrain from excessive use of alcohol and shall not unlawfully purchase, possess, use, distribute, or administer any narcotic or controlled substance or any psychoactive substances (including, but not limited to, synthetic marijuana, bath salts) that impair a person’s physical or mental functioning, whether or not intended for human consumption, or any paraphernalia related to such substances, except as duly prescribed by a licensed medical practitioner.
The defendant shall participate in a program of testing for substance abuse if directed to do so by the probation officer. The defendant shall refrain from obstructing or attempting to abstract or tamper, in any fashion, with the efficiency or accuracy of the testing. If warranted, the defendant shall participate in a substance abuse program and follow the rules and regulations of that program. The probation officer will supervise the defendant’s participation in the program (including, but not limited provider, location, modality, duration, intensity)(unless omitted by the Court).
The defendant shall not go to, or remain at any place where he/she controlled substances are illegally sold, used, distributed, or administered without first obtaining the permission of the probation officer.
The defendant shall submit his/her person, property, house, residence, vehicle, papers, computers (as defined in 18 § U.S.C. § 1030(e)(1)), or other electronic communications or data storage devices or media, or office, to a search conducted by a United States probation officer and such other law enforcement personnel as the probation officer may deem advisable, without a warrant. The defendant shall warn any other occupants that the premise may be subject to searches pursuant to this condition.
The defendant shall pay any financial obligation imposed by the Judgement remaining unpaid as of the commencement of the sentence of probation or the term of supervised release in accordance with the schedule of payments of this judgement. The defendant shall notify the court of any changes in economic circumstances that might affect the ability to pay this financial obligation.
The defendant shall provide access to any financial information as requested by the probation officer and shall authorize the release of any financial information. The probation office may share financial information with the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
The defendant shall not seek any extension of credit (including, but not limited to, credit card account, bank loan, personal loan) unless authorized to do so in advance by the probation officer.
The defendant shall support all dependents including any dependent child, or any person the defendant has been court ordered to support.
The defendant shall participate in transitional support service (including cognitive behavioral treatment programs) and follow the rules and regulations of such program. The probation officer will supervise the defendant’s participation in the program (including, but not limited to, provider, location, modality, duration, intensity). Such programs may include group sessions led by a counselor or participation in a program administered by the probation officer.
The defendant shall follow the instructions of the probation officer related to the conditions of supervision.

Standard Sex Offender Conditions of Probation and Supervision

The defendant shall have no direct or indirect contact, at any time, for any reason with any victim(s), any member of any victim’s family, or affected parties in this matter unless provided with specific written authorization to do so in advance by the U.S. Probation Officer.
The defendant shall submit to a psycho-sexual evaluation by a qualified mental health professional experienced in evaluating and managing sexual offenders as approved by the U.S. Probation Officer. The defendant shall complete the treatment recommendations and abide by all of the rules, requirements, and conditions of the program until discharged. The defendant shall take all medications as prescribed.
The defendant shall submit to risk assessment, psychological and physiological testing, which may include, but is not limited to a polygraph examination and/or Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA), or other specific tests to monitor the defendant’s compliance with supervised release and treatment conditions, at the direction of the U.S. Probation Officer.
The defendant’s residence, co-residents and employment shall be approved by the U.S. Probation Officer. Any proposed change in residence, co-residents or employment must be provided to the U.S. Probation Officer at least 10 days prior to the change and pre-approved before the change may take place.
The defendant shall not possess any materials depicting and/or describing “child pornography” and/or “simulated child pornography” as defined in 18 U.S.C § 2256, or that would compromise the defendant’s sex offender treatment, nor shall the defendant enter any location where such materials can be accessed, obtained or viewed, including pictures, photographs, books, writings, drawings, videos or video games.
The defendant shall comply with the requirements of the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (42 U.S.C. § 16901, et seq) as directed by the probation officer, the Bureau of Prisons, or any state sex offender registration agency in which the defendant resides, works, is a student, or was convicted of a qualifying offenses.
The defendant shall not have no contact, including any association such as verbal, written, telephonic, or electronic communications with any person under the age of eighteen (18) except: 1) in the presence of the parent or legal guardian of said minor; 2) on the condition that the defendant notifies the parent or legal guardian of their conviction or prior history; and 3) has written approval from the U.S. Probation Officer. The provision does not encompass persons under the age of eighteen (18), such as waiters, cashiers, ticket vendors, etc. with whom the defendant must deal, in order to obtain ordinary and usual commercial service. If unanticipated contact with a minor occurs, the defendant shall immediately remove himself/herself from the situation and shall immediately notify the probation officer.
The defendant shall not loiter within 100 feet of any parks, school property, playgrounds, arcades, amusement parks, day-care centers, swimming pools, community recreation fields, zoos, youth center, video arcades, carnivals, circuses or other places primarily used or can reasonably be expected to be used by children under the age of eighteen (18), without prior written permission of the U.S. Probation Officer.
The defendant shall not use, purchase, possess, procure, or otherwise obtain any computer(as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 1030(e)(1)) or electronic device that can be linked to any computer networks, bulletin boards, internet, internet service providers, or exchange formats involving computers unless approved by the U.S. Probation Officer. Such computers, computer hardware or software is subject to warrantless searches and/or seizures by the U.S. Probation Office.
The defendant shall allow the U.S. Probation Officer, or other designee, to install software designed to monitor computer activities on any computer the defendant is authorized to use. This may include, but is not limited to, software that may record any and all activity on computers (as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 1030(e)(1)) the defendant may use, including the capture of keystrokes, application information, internet use history, email correspondence, and chat conversations. The defendant shall pay any costs related to the monitoring of computer usage.
The defendant shall not use or have installed programs specifically and solely designed to encrypt data, file folders, or volumes of any media. The defendant shall upon request, immediately provide the probation officer with any and all passwords required to access data compressed or encrypted for storage by any software.
The defendant shall provide a complete record of all computer records of all computer use information including, but not limited to, all passwords, internet service providers, email addresses, email accounts, screen names (past and present) to the probation officer and shall not make any changes without the prior approval of the U.S. Probation Officer.
The defendant shall not have any social networking accounts without the approval of the U.S. Probation Officer.
The defendant shall not possess any children’s items, including, but not limited to, clothing, toys, and games without permission of the U.S. Probation Officer.
The defendant shall not employed in any position or participate as a volunteer in any activity that involves direct or indirect contact with children under the age of eighteen (18), and under no circumstances may the defendant be engaged in a position that involves being in a position of trust or authority over any person under the age of eighteen (18), without written permission from the U.S. Probation Officer.

Travel Restrictions

Defendants on supervised release cannot travel within the first 60 days, depending on the defendant’s supervised release conditions.
Defendants cannot leave the counties located in the Western District of North Carolina without prior, written permission from their U.S. Probation Officer.

For more information visit the links below:

Middle District of North Carolina

Mandatory Conditions of Supervision

You shall not commit another federal, state, or local crime.
You shall not illegally possess a controlled substance.
You shall not possess a firearm as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921.

For offenses committed on or after September 13, 1994:

You shall refrain from any unlawful use of a controlled substance. You shall submit to one drug test within 15 days of release from imprisonment and at least two periodic drug tests thereafter.

□ The above drug testing condition is suspended, based on the court’s determination that you pose a low risk of future substance abuse. (Check, if applicable)

You shall not possess a firearm, destructive device, or any other dangerous weapon.

For offenses committed after April 24, 1996:

You shall pay the assessment imposed in accordance with 18 USC § 3013.
You shall notify the court of any material change in your economic circumstances that might affect your ability to pay restitution, fine, or special assessment.

Standard Conditions of Supervision

You shall not leave the judicial district without the permission of the court or probation officer;
You shall report the probation officer and shall submit a truthful and complete written report within the first five day of each month
You shall answer truthfully all inquiries by the probation officer and follow the instruction of the probation officer;
You shall support your dependents and meet other family responsibilities
You shall work regularly at a lawful occupation unless excused by the probation officer for schooling, training, or other acceptable reasons;
You shall notify the probation officer at least ten days prior to any change in residence or employment;
You shall refrain from excessive use of alcohol and shall not purchase, possess, use, distribute, or administer any controlled substance or any paraphernalia related to any controlled substances, except as prescribed by a physician;
You shall not frequent places where controlled substances are illegally sold, used, distributed, or administered;
You shall not associate with any person engaged in criminal activity, shall not associate with any person convicted of a felony unless granted permission to do so by the probation officer;
You shall permit a probation officer to visit you at any time at home or elsewhere and shall permit confiscation of any contraband observed in plain view of the probation officer;
You shall notify the probation officer within seventy-two hours of being arrested or questioned by a law enforcement officer;
You shall not enter into any agreement to act as an informer or a special agent of a law enforcement agency without the permission of the court;
As directed by the probation officer, you shall notify third parties of risks that may be occasioned by your criminal record or personal history or characteristics, and shall permit the probation officer to make such notification and to confirm your compliance with such notification requirement.

Travel Restrictions

You must obtain permission in advance from your probation officer to travel outside the Middle District of North Carolina for any reason. The officer may provide the permission verbally or in writing.

The Court or the Parole Commission must approve all foreign travel in advance.

Your probation officer may approve travel outside of the district in the following
situations:

Vacation trips not to exceed 30 days
Employment searches not to exceed 30 days
Recurring travel across the district boundary for work, shopping, or recreation

You should request permission to travel in advance to allow your probation officer time to investigate your proposed travel plan and to prepare a written travel permit if required. Additionally, there may be reporting instructions required by the visiting district.

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Eastern District of North Carolina

Mandatory Conditions of Supervision

The defendant must not commit another federal, state or local crime.
The defendant must not unlawfully possess a controlled substance.
The defendant must refrain from any unlawful use of a controlled substance. The defendant must submit to one drug test within 15 days of release from imprisonment and at least two periodic drug tests thereafter, as determined by the court (condition can be suspended based on the court’s determination that the defendant pose a low risk of future substance abuse).
The defendant must make restitution in accordance with 18 U.S.C. §§ 3663 and 3663A or any other statute authorizing a sentence of restitution.
The defendant shall cooperate in the collection of DNA as directed by the probation officer (unless omitted by the court).
The defendant must comply with the requirements of the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (42 U.S.C. § 16901, et seq.) as directed by the probation officer, the Bureau of Prisons, or any state sex offender registration agency in the location where the defendant resides, works, are a student, or were convicted of a qualifying offense (unless omitted by the court).
The defendant must participate in an approved program for domestic violence (unless omitted by the court).
The defendant must make restitution in accordance with 18 U.S.C. §§ 2248, 2259, 2264, 2327, 3663, 3663A, and 3664 (unless omitted by the court).
The defendant must pay the assessment imposed in accordance with 18 U.S.C. § 3013.
If the judgment imposes a fine, you must pay in accordance with the Schedule of Payments sheet of this judgment.
The defendant must notify the court of any material change in his/her economic circumstances that might affect your ability to pay restitution, fines, or special assessments.

Standard Conditions of Supervision

The defendant must report to the probation office in the federal judicial district where the defendant he/she is authorized to reside within 72 hours of release from imprisonment, unless the probation officer instructs the defendant to report to a different probation office or within a different time frame.
After initially reporting to the probation office, the defendant will receive instructions from the court or the probation officer about how and when he/she must report to the probation officer, and he/she must report to the probation officer as instructed.
The defendant must not knowingly leave the federal judicial district where the defendant are authorized to reside without first getting permission from the court or the probation officer.
The defendant must answer truthfully the questions asked by your probation officer.
The defendant must live at a place approved by the probation officer. If the defendant plans to change where the defendant lives or anything about their living arrangements (such as the people he/she lives with), the defendant must notify the probation officer at least 10 days before the change. If notifying the probation officer in advance is not possible due to unanticipated circumstances, the defendant must notify the probation officer within 72 hours of becoming aware of a change or expected change.
The defendant must allow the probation officer to visit him/her at any time at his/her home or elsewhere, and the defendant must permit the probation officer to take any items prohibited by the conditions of supervision that he or she observes in plain view.
The defendant must work full time (at least 30 hours per week) at a lawful type of employment, unless the probation officer excuses the defendant from doing so. If the defendant does not have full-time employment, he/she must try to find full-time employment, unless the probation officer excuses the defendant from doing so. If the defendant plans to change where he/she works or anything about work (such as position or job responsibilities), the defendant must notify the probation officer at least 10 days before the change. If notifying the probation officer at least 10 days in advance is not possible due to unanticipated circumstances, the defendant must notify the probation officer within 72 hours of becoming aware of a change or expected change.
The defendant must not communicate or interact with someone he/she knows is engaged in criminal activity. If the defendant knows someone has been convicted of a felony, the defendant must not knowingly communicate or interact with that person without first getting the permission of the probation officer.
If the defendant is arrested or questioned by a law enforcement officer, he/she must notify the probation officer within 72 hours.
The defendant must not own, possess, or have access to a firearm, ammunition, destructive device, or dangerous weapon (i.e., anything that was designed, or was modified for, the specific purpose of causing bodily injury or death to another person such as nunchakus or tasers).
Thedefendantmustnotactormakeanyagreementwithalawenforcementagencytoactasaconfidential human source or informant without first getting the permission of the court.
If the probation officer determines that the defendant poses a risk to another person (including an organization), the probation officer may require the defendant to notify the person about the risk and he/she must comply with that instruction. The probation officer may contact the person and confirm that the defendant has notified the person about the risk.
Thedefendantmustfollowtheinstructionsoftheprobationofficerrelatedtotheconditionsofsupervision.
The defendant shall not incur new credit charges or open additional lines of credit without the approval of the probation office.
The defendant shall provide the probation office with access to any requested financial information.

Travel Restrictions

The Eastern District of North Carolina is comprised of 44 counties. You are allowed to travel freely within these 44 counties. Unless you are given permission in advance by the judge in your case, any requests to travel outside of these 44 counties must be approved in advance by your U.S. Probation Officer.

Failure to do so may result in a violation of your supervision.

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North Carolina Sex Offender Registry Requirements

What is the sex offender registry?

What is the Sex Offender Registry?

Every state and U.S. territory requires those convicted of sex offenses to be added to a registry to be monitored and tracked after their release back into the community. Information about the offender is collected and shared with local and federal authorities, as well as the general public. Requirements and restrictions are often placed on registered sex offenders. That registration process is unique in each state and U.S. territory.

What is SORNA?

The Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA) was passed in 2006 as part of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act to provide federal standards for jurisdictions to follow. SORNA calls for states and U.S. territories to meet minimum requirements for sex offender registration and notification.

Why Are the Requirements for Sex Offender Registration Different Everywhere?

While SORNA’s guidelines streamlined registration and notification requirements across the country, these requirements are far from uniform. Each jurisdiction determines the details of their own registration process. This leaves a patchwork of rules for sex offenders that vary widely depending on where a registrant lives or works.

Where PIN Comes In

Probation Information Network developed a list of questions regarding the sex offender registration requirements across the country. These are questions that might concern the public, victims and their advocates, or those who are facing registration or are currently registered and their loved ones. We then searched the statutes or code of each jurisdiction for the laws surrounding sex offender registration and notification. Where necessary, we consulted with the law enforcement agency in charge of the jurisdiction’s registry to provide clear and concise answers to the following questions:

- What is the duration of registration?

How long must a sex offender remain on the registry? The length of time a sex offender must comply with registration requirements varies widely depending on the jurisdiction where the registrant lives, and the level of the offense committed. All but 2 jurisdictions offer a path for eventual removal from the registry for at least some of their registrants.

- Must the immediate community be notified directly, either by the offender or law enforcement?

Every jurisdiction has passive community notification in the form of a public sex offender registry website. Concerned citizens are free to search the website and can sign up for email notifications if a sex offender moves into their neighborhood. Some jurisdictions go even further and require active notification, where either law enforcement or the offender themselves is required to directly notify the immediate community that a sex offender is in the area. This can take many forms, including electronic, mail, or in-person notification, publication in local newspapers, and community meetings.

- What are the residence distance restrictions?

Are there any restrictions on where a registered sex offender can live? Some jurisdictions restrict registrants from living within a measured distance of certain places. This restriction could be for all registrants, or only for higher-level offenders or those under supervision. Some jurisdictions do not have a state-wide restriction but do allow local jurisdictions to enact their own.

- What are the employment distance restrictions?

Registered sex offenders are usually restricted from certain types of employment, and from working at establishments that specifically cater to minors. Some jurisdictions go even further and restrict registrants from working within a measured distance of certain places.

- Is an employer’s information included on the public registry?

Returning citizens of every type need to find employment upon reentry, and sex offenders are no exception. Some jurisdictions include registrants’ employment information on the public registry website. This could be the employer’s address or in some cases the name of the employer.

- Are online identifiers included on the public registry?

Some jurisdictions require registered sex offenders to report any identifiers they use online, such as email addresses and social media user names. In some jurisdictions that information is included on the public registry website, separate from the registrant’s profile, in a feature that allows the public to search by specific identifiers.

- Is a state-issued ID required to be labeled?

Some jurisdictions require a state-issued ID, such as a driver’s license, to be labeled to identify the holder as a registered sex offender. This label could be the words “Sex Offender” printed on the ID in a prominent place or a more subtle designation known to law enforcement.

- What is the cost of registration?

Is there a fee to register as a sex offender? Some jurisdictions pass on some of their administrative costs to the registrants. This could be a one-time fee paid only upon initial registration, or an ongoing fee paid annually or quarterly. Some jurisdictions charge a fee every time a registrant updates their information.

- How long can a registrant be in the state for work or education before registration is required?

Does a sex offender have to register if they work or go to school in a different state? It depends on the state, and how long the registrant will be there. Some jurisdictions require registrants to notify authorities immediately, while others allow limited stays without requiring registration. Registrants currently under supervision usually need permission from their Parole or Probation Officer before traveling and should always consult their supervising officer.

- How long can a registrant visit the state before registration is required?

Can a registered sex offender go on vacation? Does a sex offender have to register if they visit a different state? It depends on the state, and how long the registrant will be there. Some jurisdictions require registrants to notify authorities immediately, while others allow limited stays without requiring registration. Registrants currently under supervision usually need permission from their Parole or Probation Officer before traveling and should always consult their supervising officer.

The answers provided are taken directly from the laws found on the state or territory’s legislative website or, where necessary, from the website of the law enforcement agency in charge of the jurisdiction’s registry. In some cases, we contacted state or territory officials for clarification and have directly quoted those conversations.

Disclaimer

While we stand by our research, it is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered legal advice and, while we strive to provide accurate and up to date information, it is not guaranteed to be complete or correct. We provide links to each jurisdiction’s legislative and law enforcement websites and maintain a directory of lawyers who specialize in sex offender registration laws. For those currently under supervision, consult with your Parole or Probation Officer for guidance.

What is the duration of registration?

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.7

Registration shall be maintained for a period of at least 30 years following the date of initial county registration unless the person, after 10 years of registration, successfully petitions the superior court to shorten his or her registration time period under G.S. 14-208.12A.

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.23

A person who is a recidivist, who is convicted of an aggravated offense, or who is classified as a sexually violent predator shall maintain registration for the person’s life. Except as provided under G.S. 14-208.6C, the requirement of registration shall not be terminated. (1997-516, s. 1; 2001-373, s. 9.)

Must the immediate community be notified directly, either by the offender or law enforcement?

No.

What are the residence distance restrictions?

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.16

(a) A registrant under this Article shall not knowingly reside within 1,000 feet of the property on which any public or nonpublic school or child care center is located. This subsection applies to any registrant who did not establish his or her residence, in accordance with subsection (d) of this section, prior to August 16, 2006.

(b) As used in this section, “school” does not include home schools as defined in G.S. 115C-563 or institutions of higher education; however, for the purposes of this section, the term “school” shall include any construction project designated for use as a public school if the governing body has notified the sheriff or sheriffs with jurisdiction within 1,000 feet of the construction project of the construction of the public school. The term “child care center” is defined by G.S. 110-86(3); however, for purposes of this section, the term “child care center” does include the permanent locations of organized clubs of Boys and Girls Clubs of America. The term “registrant” means a person who is registered, or is required to register, under this Article.

(c) This section does not apply to child care centers that are located on or within 1,000 feet of the property of an institution of higher education where the registrant is a student or is employed.

(d) Changes in the ownership of or use of property within 1,000 feet of a registrant’s registered address that occur after a registrant establishes residency at the registered address shall not form the basis for finding that an offender is in violation of this section. For purposes of this subsection, a residence is established when the registrant does any of the following:

(1) Purchases the residence or enters into a specifically enforceable contract to purchase the residence.

(2) Enters into a written lease contract for the residence and for as long as the person is lawfully entitled to remain on the premises.

(3) Resides with an immediate family member who established residence in accordance with this subsection. For purposes of this subsection, “immediate family member” means a child or sibling who is 18 years of age or older, or a parent, grandparent, legal guardian, or spouse of the registrant.

These residency restrictions do not apply to an offender who established residency at the registered address prior to August 16, 2006 [2013 S.L. 28]. Residency restrictions surrounding the Boys and Girls Clubs of America does not apply to a person who established residence prior to June 19, 2014 [2014 S.L. 21].

– North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association

What are the employment distance restrictions?

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.18

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person required to register under this Article, if the offense requiring registration is described in subsection (c) of this section, to knowingly be at any of the following locations:

(1) On the premises of any place intended primarily for the use, care, or supervision of minors, including, but not limited to, schools, children’s museums, child care centers, nurseries, and playgrounds.

(2) Within 300 feet of any location intended primarily for the use, care, or supervision of minors when the place is located on premises that are not intended primarily for the use, care, or supervision of minors, including, but not limited to, places described in subdivision (1) of this subsection that are located in malls, shopping centers, or other property open to the general public.

(3) At any place where minors frequently congregate, including, but not limited to, libraries, arcades, amusement parks, recreation parks, and swimming pools, when minors are present.

(4) On the State Fairgrounds during the period of time each year that the State Fair is conducted, on the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center grounds during the period of time each year that the North Carolina Mountain State Fair is conducted, and on any other fairgrounds during the period of time that an agricultural fair is being conducted.

(1) Subdivisions (1), (3), and (4) of subsection (a) of this section apply to persons required to register under this Article who have committed any of the following offenses:

a. Any offense in Article 7B of this Chapter or any federal offense or offense committed in another state, which if committed in this State, is substantially similar to an offense in Article 7B of this Chapter.

b. Any offense where the victim of the offense was under the age of 18 years at the time of the offense.

(2) Subdivision (2) of subsection (a) of this section applies to persons required to register under this Article if either of the following applies:

a. The person has committed any offense in Article 7B of this Chapter or any federal offense or offense committed in another state, which if committed in this State is substantially similar to an offense in Article 7B of this Chapter, and a finding has been made in any criminal or civil proceeding that the person presents, or may present, a danger to minors under the age of 18.

b. The person has committed any offense where the victim of the offense was under the age of 18 years at the time of the offense.

Is an employer's information included on the public registry?

No.

Are online identifiers included on the public registry?

While offenders must register online identifiers [NC Gen Stat § 14-208.7(b)(7)], this information is not included on the public registry.

Is a state-issued ID required to be labeled?

No.

What is the cost of registration?

There is no state-mandated fee, though fees may be assessed by local law enforcement.

How long can a registrant be in the state for work or education before registration is required?

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.7

(a1) A person who is a nonresident student or a nonresident worker and who has a reportable conviction, or is required to register in the person’s state of residency, is required to maintain registration with the sheriff of the county where the person works or attends school. In addition to the information required under subsection (b) of this section, the person shall also provide information regarding the person’s school or place of employment as appropriate and the person’s address in his or her state of residence.

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.6

(1l) Nonresident worker. – A person who is not a resident of North Carolina but who has employment or carries on a vocation in the State, on a part-time or full-time basis, with or without compensation or government or educational benefit, for more than 14 days, or for an aggregate period exceeding 30 days in a calendar year.

How long can a registrant visit the state before registration is required?

NC Gen Stat § 14-208.7

(a) A person who is a State resident and who has a reportable conviction shall be required to maintain registration with the sheriff of the county where the person resides. If the person moves to North Carolina from outside this State, the person shall register within three business days of establishing residence in this State, or whenever the person has been present in the State for 15 days, whichever comes first.

Government websites for further information:

North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation SOR

North Carolina General Statutes