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Ref to the Com on Judiciary 2, if favorable, Finance, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2026-04-29

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This bill creates a registry of people convicted of domestic violence offenses in North Carolina. People convicted of a domestic violence offense who have at least one prior domestic violence conviction must register, with registration periods of 2-10 years depending on the number of prior convictions. The State Bureau of Investigation will maintain a public online registry containing offenders' names, birth dates, conviction dates, county, and photographs.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue this registry helps protect domestic violence victims and the public by making information about repeat offenders easily accessible to law enforcement and community members.
• •They contend that people with multiple domestic violence convictions pose a continued risk, and a public registry serves as a deterrent to future offenses while enabling potential victims to make informed safety decisions.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may argue the registry raises privacy concerns and could complicate offenders' reintegration into society even after serving their sentences.
• •Some may also question whether publicly listing offenders' photographs and personal information could lead to vigilantism or unfair treatment, and whether resources might be better spent on prevention programs or victim services rather than registry maintenance.