Megan's Law
English
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Etymology
[edit]The law was introduced in response to the murder of Megan Kanka.
Proper noun
[edit]- (US) A federal law requiring law enforcement authorities to make information available to the public regarding registered sex offenders.
- (US, informal, by extension) Any of various subsequent state laws based on this.
See also
[edit]- Sarah's Law (a similar law in Britain)