Almost daily now, we hear or read about the increase in sex offenses all over the country. It also seems like of late that a higher percentage of the sex crimes are being committed against this nation's children.
It's a travesty that requires increased vigilance by all of us.
That is where the "Watchdog" Web site comes in. It is probably the best online sex offender database service in existence. When it comes to Web pages and software, simplicity is best and it cannot be any simpler or easier to type in your home address and then to be presented with a map that indicates the locations of registered sex offenders in your area.
A legend on the left side of the map indicates what each symbol represents. For example, a small red square shows the location of an offender's home. If you click on the square itself, another window will pop-up (you may have to turn off your pop-up stopping program temporarily) and that window will provide you with a picture of the offender, their name, and a list of their prior convictions.
Now I know, some people feel that having access to this kind of information is very intrusive - I can see their point. But, I am more in favor of protecting innocent children than I am worrying about the "rights" of people who have a history of sexually abusing others - especially the little ones.
If you are a parent, a grandparent, a husband, or you truly care about the well being of your neighbors, you will want to explore the "Watchdog" Web site.
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