The National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) allows you to search convicted offenders in every state, territory, and tribal area.
There is no foolproof way to protect children from sexual abuse, but there are steps you can take to reduce this risk.
Conversations about sexual assault can be a part of the safety conversations you’re already having, like knowing when to speak up, how to take care of friends, and listening to your gut.
When a perpetrator intentionally harms a minor physically, psychologically, sexually, or by acts of neglect, the crime is known as child abuse.