No doubt, understanding sexual offense dynamics is important for community safety and a secure work environment.
This infographic offers up-to-date and detailed data on sex offenders. It’s a valuable source for those needing comprehensive information on this critical issue.
As of February 2024, there are 688,799 registered sex offenders in the USA, with Texas, California, and Illinois having the highest numbers. The Northern Mariana Islands, Michigan, and the Menominee Tribes represent the lower end of the sexual predator watch list.
The majority of sex offenders are known to their victims, with 8 out of 10 cases involving someone the victim knew. White individuals are the largest racial group among offenders, accounting for 75% of cases, and the most common age range for offenders is between 40 and 69 years. Men are significantly more likely to be offenders, with a ratio of 37 male perpetrators for every female offender. Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge are the most common car makes among convicted sex offenders.
Only 5.5% of sex offenders are serving their sentence in prison. 69.6% are released and subject to registration.
Children aged 11-15 are at the highest risk of becoming a victim of sex offense. Also, most victims are White. Interestingly, the majority of sexual assaults are not reported to the police, and the prevalence of false reporting is between 2% and 10%.
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