Criminal Record Checks

[Adam]

Well, this isn't the first time I've changed my mind about something after further research and logical points.

That said, I'm not sure a complete background check would be required. We're getting further and further with technology, and something like a fingerprint check against all 50 states' sex offenders databases would suffice. Using fingerprints (or even DNA) would prevent people from slipping through by changing their names.

Annually would probably be too often, but I can see requiring it initially and every 3 years (an arbitrary figure) thereafter.

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by Snaqwells

Well, this isn't the first time I've changed my mind about something after further research and logical points.

That said, I'm not sure a complete background check would be required. We're getting further and further with technology, and something like a fingerprint check against all 50 states' sex offenders databases would suffice. Using fingerprints (or even DNA) would prevent people from slipping through by changing their names.

Annually would probably be too often, but I can see requiring it initially and every 3 years (an arbitrary figure) thereafter.

The problem with the 50 state databases, the information is not always updated the same or accurate. Even if you did that, there would be some holes in the system.

I just hope people think this is not going to solve all the problems. You need to watch more people than those that officiate. You also need to give background checks to the booster club members and other people that are not officials if you really want to keep kids safe as you people would like them to be.

Peace

[Adam]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

The problem with the 50 state databases, the information is not always updated the same or accurate. Even if you did that, there would be some holes in the system.

I just hope people think this is not going to solve all the problems. You need to watch more people than those that officiate. You also need to give background checks to the booster club members and other people that are not officials if you really want to keep kids safe as you people would like them to be.

Peace

Agreed. If it's not treated or advertised as a panacea, then I can see how the benefits outweigh the costs. If, however, it is advertised as a panacea, it could cause more harm than good by offering a false sense of security.

I'd be willing to bet the majority of sex crimes (against children and adults)happen after of a false sense of security developed; someone let his/her guard down.

I've got two young kids, and this stuff scares the hell out of me.