This article examines the evolution of sex offender registration laws, arguing that they have become excessively punitive and unconstitutional. Initially intended as civil regulations, these laws have expanded in scope and severity, leading to what the authors term 'super-registration schemes.' The article discusses the legislative and judicial factors contributing to this evolution, the impact on offenders, and the potential for successful legal challenges based on due process and ex post facto principles. It highlights recent court decisions that have begun to recognize the punitive nature of these laws.
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