CT SB00901

Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection must establish and maintain a public registry by July 1, 2024 of persons convicted of financial crimes against elderly persons (age 60+), including crimes under larceny, identity theft, and home improvement fraud statutes

Convicted offenders must register within 14 calendar days of release, maintain registration for 5 years, personally appear annually at local police to verify information, and notify authorities within 5 business days of any name or address change

Failure to register or comply with registration requirements constitutes a class D felony

Registry information must be shared with the Department of Public Health within 2 business days for inclusion in background check databases used by long-term care facilities hiring staff with direct patient access

Registered offenders seeking legal name changes must notify the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection before filing and submit a sworn statement that the change is not to avoid legal consequences of conviction