As a registered sex offender, there are restrictions on where a registrant can and cannot go. According to Utah Code 53-29-306. Sex offender restrictions, there are five protected zones that are off-limits for those convicted of crimes against minors. Not only are there restrictions on where registered sex offenders may go around Utah, but there are also restrictions and limitations on where they can work. Although these restrictions are not necessarily imposed by state statute, they may still significantly impact career options for registered sex offenders.
Jobs that would place a registered sex offender in a restricted zone or area are off-limits. For example, a registrant cannot accept a job as a janitor in a public school because they are not permitted to enter schools or school zones.
In addition, certain fields require job applicants have clean criminal backgrounds. Convictions, especially felony convictions or those that require registration, are highly likely to disqualify you from many jobs. Even if a particular job does not require a clean criminal background, employers might be hesitant to hire someone who is a registered sex offender.
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Browse the Reentry Resources available to help returning citizens in Utah adjust to life after prison.
Nationwide resources are also listed on our main Reentry Resources page.
The following organizations and programs help people who are transitioning back to the community from incarceration, treatment for addictions, and so on. Some are public programs; others are private. They are listed in alphabetical order, and inclusion here does not indicate endorsement.
Utah Department of Workforce Services will aid you in finding a job by working on your resume, job applications, interview skills, and job resources.
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) helps people with physical, intellectual, mental health, and sensory disabilities find jobs and gain more independence.
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