Pennsylvania law requires certain officials, including courts and probation agencies, to inform the Pennsylvania State Police if a sexual offender refuses to provide required information. This helps ensure proper monitoring and public safety. The law emphasizes cooperation among various state and local agencies in managing sex offender information.
The court with jurisdiction over the offender, probation officers, and officials from the Department of Human Services or correctional institutions are responsible for reporting such refusals.
If an offender refuses, the responsible officials must inform the Pennsylvania State Police to ensure proper monitoring and compliance with the law.
Courts, juvenile probation officers, the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, county probation offices, the Department of Human Services, and correctional institutions are involved.
Yes, the law was amended in 2011 and 2014, including the redesignation of the Department of Public Welfare to the Department of Human Services.