What does the classification level mean?
A level 1 offender poses a low risk of recidivism and degree of dangerousness. The public will not be informed of a level 1 offender – information is for law enforcement only. A level 2 offender poses a moderate risk and danger. The public may ask the local police or the Board about level 2 offenders. A level 3 offender poses a high risk and danger that warrants community notification to those likely to encounter the offender. This is normally done by newspapers advertisements, cable television notices, distribution of fliers in the neighborhood, or any other method the police department feels is necessary.
