How long are convicted sex offenders required to register?
How long an offender must register depends upon the sex offense for which they were convicted. • A person convicted of a Class A felony or of any sex offense or kidnapping offense who has one or more prior convictions for a sex offense or kidnapping offense is required to register continuously, unless a superior court grants a petition order relieving the person of the duty to register. • A person convicted of a Class B felony who does not have one or more prior convictions for a sex offense or kidnapping offense is required to register for fifteen years after release from confinement (including residential treatment). If he/she is not convicted of any new offense during the fifteen year period, the person is no longer required to register. • A person who has been convicted of a Class C felony or Gross Misdemeanor that is under RCW 9A.28 is required to register for ten years after their release from confinement. if any (including full-time residential treatment). If he/she is not convi
