⚖️ Criminal Defense• Published: September 2, 2026

Sex Crimes Defense in California: Tiered SORN Registry & PC 290 Relief

Legal Review: State Bar of California Defense Counsel Directorate • Southern California Trial Bar

California's Senate Bill 384 replaced lifetime mandatory sex offender registration with a three-tiered registration structure allowing eligible individuals to petition for removal.

1. California SB 384 Tier Structure

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