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Ontario Moves to Restrict Name Changes for Sex Offenders

New legislation aims to enhance public safety by imposing stricter regulations on registered sex offenders.

  • Ontario's proposed legislation will prevent registered sex offenders from legally changing their names.
  • The changes will amend Christopher's Law, which is named after a child victim of a sex crime.
  • Registered offenders will be required to disclose their email and social media accounts.
  • Additional rules will mandate reporting of new passports and driver's licenses for offenders.
  • Christopher Stephenson's father supports the changes, citing improved crime-solving and child protection.
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