Removal from Megan’s Law Registration and Parole Supervision for Life (PSL)

New Jersey has strict sex offender registration requirements. A person convicted of a sex-based offense may be required to register as a sex offender and may even be supervised by authorities for a period of 15 years. That being said, there are options available to get your name removed from the sex offender registry and/or get yourself removed from supervised parole. Here, our New Jersey criminal defense lawyer provides an overview of the most important things that you should know about removal from Megan’s Law Registration and Parole Supervision for Life (PSL).

An Overview of the Law in New Jersey

As a starting point, it is important to understand the ongoing requirements for sex offenders in New Jersey. Here are basic points to understand about:

• Megan’s Law: As explained by the New Jersey State Police, Megan’s Law is a sex offender registration law that is designed to help keep communities safe by making certain information about sex offenders available to the public. The law requires people convicted of certain sex-based offenses to register.
• Parole Supervision for Life (PSL): Parole Supervision for Life or PSL is another part of New Jersey’s approach to monitor certain offenders even after they have served their time. If you are placed under PSL, you’re required to check in regularly with a parole officer and follow specific rules for the rest of your life. 

What to Know About Seeking Removal from Megan’s Law in New Jersey 

Can you be removed from Megan’s Law registration in New Jersey? The answer is “yes”—but only in certain circumstances. Indeed, there are strict requirements that must be satisfied before you can get yourself removed. To start, you must have been offense-free for at least 15 years. Beyond that, you must also be able to prove that you are not a threat to the safety of others. As getting yourself removed can be complex, it is crucial that you work with a skilled attorney.

Understanding Your Right to Petition for Removal for Parole Supervision for Life (PSL)

Similar to Megan’s Law, a person also has the right to petition for removal from Parole Supervision for Life after a certain period (NJ Rev Stat § 2C:43-6.4). Once again, this period is 15 years. To get yourself removed from PSL, you need to demonstrate that you have been living a responsible and law-abiding life. Among other things, this includes maintaining a clean record and showing that you’re actively contributing to society. Remember, the court will carefully review your case, considering your past actions and current behavior. As New Jersey courts have some discretion in these matters, it is imperative that you work with a lawyer who can help you submit a strong, comprehensive, and well-supported petition for removal from Parole Supervision for Life.

Schedule a Confidential Consultation With an Experienced New Jersey Criminal Defense Lawyer

At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey criminal defense attorney is a dedicated advocate for his clients and justice. If you have questions about removal for Megan’s Law registration and/or Parole Supervision for Life, we are here to help. Contact us today for a fully confidential consultation. From our Haddonfield office, we provide solutions-driven criminal defense representation throughout the region.