Our client was convicted in federal court of a sex offense requiring registration under New York’s Sex Offender Registration Act (“SORA”). Upon his release from prison, the Board for the Examination of Sex Offenders recommended the Court find our client a Level 2 sex offender, or “moderate” risk to reoffend. At the SORA Hearing, the District Attorney agreed with the Board and argued our client was a moderate risk to reoffend and should be a level 2 sex offender. Our detailed filings and arguments in the case persuaded the Court to find our client a Level 1 sex offender. When this occurs, it is a big win for our clients and has life-long implications. A level 1 sex offender is not listed publicly, and in most cases will come off of the registry after 20 years. Level 2 and 3 sex offenders’ names and photos are listed publicly on the Department of Criminal Justice Services’ website, and must register for life.