The judge can consider the following:

  • The nature and facts of the registrable offense
  • The number of victims
  • Whether the victim was a stranger (known less than 24 hours)
  • Relevant criminal and noncriminal behavior before and after offense
  • Time period without re-offending
  • Completion of sex offender treatment program
  • Risk of re-offense

The judge may consider declarations, affidavits, police reports, or any other evidence that is reliable, material, and relevant.

If your petition is denied, the judge will set a time period of 1-5 years after which you can file another petition for removal from the registry.