When someone is charged with sexually violent offenses, the prosecutor might make an offer that involves no prison time, called sex offender probation. While this plea deal might seem like a good idea at first, it is always wise to discuss any offers with an attorney to ensure that you are making the most intelligent decision for your situation.
So, what is sex offender probation in Tampa? The first thing to remember is that sex offender probation is usually very strict—and it is not uncommon for offenders to violate that probation. This violation means that the offender can be sentenced up to the statutory maximum—without a trial.
Most sex offender probations can involve:
- Being Designated as a Sexual Offender
- Regular Reporting to a Probation Officer
- Being Designated as a “Sexually Violent” Offender if Applicable
- Curfew
- Limited Living Locations
- Attend Sex Offender Treatment Programs
- Avoid All Contact with the Victim
- Avoid All Contact with Children Under the Age of 18
- Not Allowed to Work with Children or Places Where Children Regularly Congregate
- Cannot View, Own, or Possess Any Pornography
- No Access to the Internet
- Provide a DNA Sample to Be Registered with the DNA Data Bank
- Pay Restitution for Psychological Counseling
- Agree to Warrantless Searches
- Submit to Polygraph Examinations
- Driving Log & Travel Restrictions
- Not Allowed to Have a Post Office Box
- Submit to HIV Testing
- Submit to Mandatory Electronic Monitoring
- Pay Court Costs, Fines, & Expenses
- Submit to Psychological or Mental Health Assessments
- Submit to Random Drug Testing
- Perform Community Service