Why is a sex offender moving into my community?
Unless there are court-ordered restrictions, sex offenders are constitutionally allowed to live wherever they choose. The Wells Police Department does not have the legal authority to dictate where sex offenders can live.

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1. Why is a sex offender moving into my community?
2. What is the Wells Police Department doing to keep my community safe from sex offenders?
3. What is community notification, how is it done, and for which offenders?
4. Which offenders are required to register, and for how long?
5. If the offender is dangerous, why is he or she being released to the community?
6. What can I do to protect my family?
7. What can I do if I observe a sex offender behaving suspiciously around children?