AL SB199

Adult sex offenders convicted of crimes involving children may be restricted by parole or probation officers from using post office boxes or possessing internet-enabled devices (computers, tablets, gaming systems, phones), with an exception for work-related use

Courts or the Board of Pardons and Paroles may require adult sex offenders to participate in approved sex offender treatment programs as a condition of parole, probation, pretrial release, or other community-based supervision

Sex offenders must pay for their own treatment costs unless indigent, with payment amounts determined based on financial ability

Knowingly violating electronic media/post office box restrictions or failing to participate in required treatment is a Class C felony

Effective date: October 1, 2026