How Operation Jessica Enhances Safety In Albany County

The Albany County Sheriff's Office, U.S. Marshals Service, Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation and office of Probation and Parole are conducting an ongoing sex offender check known as part of s national effort known as "Operation Jessica."

Thar's according to a post on the Albany County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

What Is Operation Jessica?

According to the post,

"Operation Jessica is a coordinated, nationwide initiative focused on verifying that registered sex offenders are complying with their legal registration requirements. Named in memory of Jessica Lunsford, the operation brings together local, state, and federal partners to conduct in-person checks, confirm addresses, and ensure offenders are following the conditions placed on them.

The goal is simple: increase accountability and enhance community safety through proactive enforcement."

The article says several sex offenders were found to be non-compliant "and appropriate enforcement action has been taken. Those cases will continue to be addressed."

Registered sex offenders in Wyoming are required to follow several rules. Those include registering with the sheriff in the county where they live, or attend school. The must provide law enforcement with information including a DNA sample. They are also prohibited from living within 1,000 feet of a school and must follow several other guidelines. In some cases specific rules are issued on a case-by-case basis.

You can access the Wyoming Sex Offender Registry here.

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