Richmond County Sex Offender Search

Richmond County sex offenders on Staten Island are monitored by the NYPD Special Victims Division and tracked through the NYS DCJS registry, with approximately 320 Level 2 and Level 3 offenders in the borough.

How to Find Sex Offenders on Staten Island

Use the NYS Sex Offender Registry online subdirectory to search for sex offenders in Richmond County. Select "Richmond" from the county list to see all Level 2 and Level 3 offenders on Staten Island. The tool is free and works around the clock. Each listing shows photos, home address, conviction details, vehicle info, and aliases.

Staten Island has about 320 Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders in the public subdirectory. That is the lowest count among the five New York City boroughs, which reflects Staten Island's smaller population. Still, 320 is a significant number and residents should use the registry to stay informed about offenders in their neighborhoods.

Level 1 offenders are not in the online tool. Call 1-800-262-3257 to check on Level 1 sex offenders. Give the person's name and one identifier: exact address, date of birth, driver's license number, or Social Security number. Staff take calls from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays.

NYPD Special Victims Division on Staten Island

The NYPD Special Victims Division handles sex crime cases and sex offender monitoring on Staten Island. The division operates a 24-hour hotline for reporting sex crimes or getting information about registered sex offenders. This is the primary law enforcement contact for sex offender issues in Richmond County.

• NYPD SVD Hotline: 646-610-7272 (24 hours)
• Emergency: 911

NYPD precincts on Staten Island help with day-to-day monitoring. Level 3 sex offenders must report to their local precinct every 90 days to verify their address in person. Precinct officers check that offenders live where the registry says. If someone misses a check, the precinct alerts SVD and DCJS. The division investigates complaints and tips from the public about offenders who may not be following the rules.

Staten Island's geography makes monitoring somewhat easier than in the other boroughs. The island has fewer exit points and a more suburban layout, which can help law enforcement keep track of where offenders live and move. Still, the NYPD stays active in conducting home checks and compliance verification.

Staten Island Family Justice Center for Sex Offender Victims

The Staten Island Family Justice Center provides free and confidential services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other gender-based crimes. The center brings together social workers, lawyers, counselors, and law enforcement so victims can get help in one location.

• Address: 126 Stuyvesant Place, Staten Island, NY 10301
• Phone: 718-697-4300

The center works with the NYPD and the Richmond County District Attorney's Office to help victims navigate the justice process. If you or someone you know has been a victim of a sex crime on Staten Island, the center can connect you with the right resources. Services include counseling, case management, legal assistance, and economic empowerment programs.

Sex Offender Risk Levels and SORA on Staten Island

The Richmond County District Attorney's Office handles SORA hearings for offenders convicted in the borough. At a hearing, the DA recommends a risk level and the judge scores the offender using a point system that considers offense type, use of force, victim age, number of victims, and prior criminal history.

Level 1 is low risk. Registration is 20 years. Address info is limited to ZIP code. Level 2 is moderate risk. Registration is for life. Full address is public. Level 3 is high risk. Registration is for life. Full address is public. The offender must verify their address every 90 days in person. A sexual predator, sexually violent offender, or predicate sex offender designation means lifetime registration at any level.

The Sex Offender Registration Act in Correction Law Article 6-C has governed the process since January 1996. For prison releases, the Board of Examiners sends a recommendation 60 days out. For probation cases, the court holds a hearing at least 45 days after sentencing. A Level 2 offender without a designation can petition for relief after 30 years under Correction Law Section 168-o.

Community Notification on Staten Island

Staten Island residents can sign up for NY-ALERT to get free notifications about sex offenders. Register at the NYS Sex Offender Registry website and pick up to three locations by ZIP code, borough, or address. Alerts come by email, text, fax, or phone when a Level 2 or Level 3 offender moves into or out of your area.

When a Level 3 offender moves into a Staten Island neighborhood, the NYPD is required to contact schools, daycare centers, places of worship, community centers, and similar organizations. Level 2 offenders trigger more limited notices to groups serving vulnerable populations. The subdirectory is also viewable at NYPD precincts on Staten Island during business hours.

Sex Offender Internet Rules and Residency in Richmond County

All sex offenders on Staten Island must report internet accounts, email addresses, and screen names to DCJS. Changes must be reported within 10 days. This comes from the 2008 Electronic Security and Targeting of Online Predators Act. Failure to comply is a felony. Offenders who committed crimes against minors or used the internet in their crime face mandatory internet restrictions while under supervision.

There are no statewide residency buffer zones for sex offenders in New York. SORA does not restrict where offenders can live on Staten Island. The Sexual Assault Reform Act bars certain offenders from entering or living within 1,000 feet of school grounds when the victim was under 18 or the offender is Level 3. Parole and probation officers may set case-specific conditions, but there is no blanket borough law adding further restrictions. The Court of Appeals ruled in People v. Diack that local governments cannot create their own sex offender residency rules.

Cities in Richmond County

Richmond County covers the borough of Staten Island, which is part of New York City. Visit the New York City page for city-level sex offender resources.

Nearby Counties

Check neighboring counties for additional sex offender info.