Assemblyman
David G.
McDonough
Assemblyman David G. McDonough
Know how to protect your family from SEX OFFENDERS!

According to the Sex Offender
Registry, as of Feb. 6, there were
3,881 convicted sexual predators
living in our area.

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Dear Neighbor,

As your assemblyman, I have sponsored and supported legislation that installs safeguards to protect society from sexual predators. Gov. George E. Pataki in January signed legislation that expands and strengthens New York’s Megan’s Law by lengthening the time sex offenders remain on the state Sex Offender Registry.

The next step is enactment of a civil confinement policy allowing judges to order the most dangerous sexual predators held in secure mental-health facilities following their incarceration if they are deemed continuing threats to society.

The reality of these stronger laws is that the courts and law enforcement deal with the criminals after they have committed their heinous crimes. What you need to know is how to protect your loved ones from becoming victims. Inside is information that may help you and your family avoid becoming victims.

Sincerely yours,
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David G. McDonough
Member of Assembly




Assemblyman David G. McDonough
Assemblyman McDonough
Helping You Protect Your Family

photo Assemblyman McDonough discusses the state’s Sex Offender Registry and civil confinement with the father and grandparents of Carlie Brucia, an 11-year-old girl who was abducted and murdered by a released sex offender in Florida. The assemblyman talked with the family to better understand and appreciate the need for stronger, more comprehensive laws to protect children from sexual predators.
Sex Offender Registry

The Sex Offender Registry can identify registered sex offenders living in your neighborhood. Visit the state Division of Criminal Justice Services’ Web site at www.criminaljustice.state.ny.us or call toll-free (800) 262-3257 for more information on:

  • Searching the Level 3 subdirectory
  • Sex offender statistics
  • Legal issues
  • Offender responsibilities
  • National registry search.

“The tragic abduction and death of Carlie Brucia, the emotional devastation her family has endured, is an event no family should have to experience.”

- Assemblyman David G. McDonough




photo Assemblyman McDonough discusses Internet safety with students.
Protection from online criminals

Computers and the Internet are wonderful tools that open the door to a wealth of information. But with technological advancements come advancements in crime. Parents and Internet users must be aware that children are able to access the world – and the world can access children.

Authorities nationwide are aware that pedophiles and criminals use the Internet to engage children and adolescents in sexually oriented conversations and lure them to meet without their parents’ knowledge.

These Web sites provide useful information to protect families from online predators and criminals:


Receive a free copy of these informative brochures
  • “Crime Watch”
  • “Domestic Violence and Stalking: Know the Laws that Protect You”
  • “Child Emergency ID Kit”
  • “Playing it Safe: Safety Tips for you and your Children”
  • “Protecting your Children from Online Criminals: A Parents’ Guide for Computer Safety”
  • “Safety Tips for Seniors”
To submit questions or comments, or to join Assemblyman McDonough’s e-mail list, contact his district office at 3000 Hempstead Turnpike, Suite 110, Levittown, 11756, or call 731-8830, or e-mail .

Contact Assemblyman McDonough

533 Legislative Office Building • Albany, NY 12248
(518) 455-4633

3000 Hempstead Tpke., Suite 110 • Levittown, NY 11756
(516) 731-8830

mcdonod@assembly.state.ny.us


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