Broome County Sex Offenders Search

Broome County sex offenders are registered through the New York State Sex Offender Registry and monitored at the local level by the Broome County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments. The Sheriff's Office at 155 Lt. Van Winkle Drive in Binghamton coordinates sex offender tracking across the county. The Johnson City Police Department also plays an active role in monitoring sex offenders within its jurisdiction. Residents can search for Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders online through the DCJS directory or call the state registry for Level 1 sex offender information.

Broome County Sheriff and Sex Offender Monitoring

The Broome County Sheriff's Office is located at 155 Lt. Van Winkle Drive, Binghamton, NY 13905. The main phone number is 607-778-1911. The office is responsible for sex offender monitoring and law enforcement throughout the county. Deputies verify addresses, handle community notifications for Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders, and investigate violations of the Sex Offender Registration Act. The Broome County Jail, also operated by the Sheriff's Office, houses pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates, including sex offenders awaiting risk level hearings.

The Sheriff's Office works with the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services to maintain current records on all registered sex offenders in Broome County. When a Level 2 or Level 3 sex offender moves into the county, the Sheriff's Office notifies schools, daycare centers, and other vulnerable organizations as required by Correction Law Section 168-l. The office also coordinates with the Broome County District Attorney's Office for SORA risk level hearings and proceedings related to sex offenders in the county.

Johnson City Police Department Sex Offender Program

The Johnson City Police Department runs one of the more active local sex offender monitoring programs in Broome County. All sex offenders living in the Village of Johnson City must report directly to the JCPD. The department's non-emergency number is 607-729-9321. The JCPD generates notification cards that are mailed to residents near any address where a Level 2 or Level 3 sex offender moves. This proactive mailing goes beyond the minimum notification requirements under SORA and helps keep the Johnson City community informed about sex offenders in the area.

The JCPD also conducts periodic residential verification checks on sex offenders. These checks help confirm that each offender still lives at the address listed in the registry. If an offender is not found at the listed address, the JCPD investigates and can refer the case for prosecution. The department considers the Sex Offender Registry a key public safety tool. Residents who believe a registered sex offender is not living at their listed address or is otherwise out of compliance should contact the Johnson City Police Department or their local law enforcement agency.

According to the JCPD, sex offenders must report any change of address within 10 days. They must comply with periodic personal address verifications (every 90 days for Level 3, annually for others). In-person photo updates are required at set intervals. Sex offenders must also notify DCJS of any institution of higher education they attend, reside at, or work for. All internet service providers, screen names, and email accounts must be disclosed to the state.

How to Search for Sex Offenders in Broome County

The NYS Sex Offender Registry online directory is the primary search tool for finding sex offenders in Broome County. The search accepts last name, county, ZIP code, or a request to view all listed offenders in the county. It is free. It runs 24 hours a day. Results display photos, addresses, conviction details, vehicle information, and conditions of supervision for Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders.

Level 1 sex offenders do not appear online. Correction Law Article 6-C keeps them off the public website. To check if someone is a Level 1 sex offender in Broome County, call 1-800-262-3257. You need the person's name and one identifier: an exact address, date of birth, driver's license number, or Social Security number. Staff are available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. By law, only Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders are included in the public online directory.

Sex Offender Risk Levels in Broome County

A judge sets the risk level for every sex offender in Broome County after a court hearing. The sentencing court examines factors like use of force, victim age, number of victims, and drug or weapon involvement. The result is Level 1 (low risk), Level 2 (moderate risk), or Level 3 (high risk). Two sex offenders convicted of the same crime can get different risk levels. This process is governed by SORA, codified in Correction Law Article 6-C, Section 168 et seq.

Level 1 sex offenders register for 20 years if they lack a special designation. Their address is limited to ZIP code. Level 2 sex offenders have their full address made public. Level 3 sex offenders must verify their address every 90 days in person. All Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders register for life. A court can also designate an offender as a sexual predator, sexually violent offender, or predicate sex offender. Any designation means lifetime registration. Under Correction Law Section 168-o, a Level 2 sex offender with no designation who has been registered for 30 years or more can petition for relief.

Where Sex Offenders Can Live in Broome County

The Sex Offender Registration Act does not restrict where sex offenders can live in Broome County. There are no statewide residency buffer zones around schools or parks. The Johnson City Police Department confirms this on their website. However, sex offenders under parole or probation supervision may have specific conditions set by their supervising officer, such as limits on proximity to schools or restrictions on unsupervised contact with children. The Sexual Assault Reform Act (SARA) bars certain sex offenders from school grounds or from living within 1,000 feet of schools when the victim was under 18 or the offender is Level 3.

Sex Offender Alerts for Broome County

Broome County residents can sign up for free NY-ALERT notifications. The system sends alerts by email, text, fax, or phone whenever a Level 2 or Level 3 sex offender moves into or out of a location you choose. You can register up to three locations by county, ZIP code, or specific address. Sign up through the NYS Sex Offender Registry website. This service has been available since March 15, 2010, and only covers sex offenders in the public subdirectory.

Cities in Broome County

Broome County includes the City of Binghamton (the county seat) and several towns and villages. The following municipality with a qualifying population has a dedicated page.

Nearby Counties

Sex offenders who move between counties must update their registration within 10 days. The following counties border Broome County.