Boone County Sex Offender Registry

Boone County sex offender records are maintained by the Boone County Sheriff's Office in Lebanon, Indiana, as a free public service tool. You can search the registry by name or address using the statewide iCrimeWatch system, and results show photos, current addresses, vehicle information, and offense details for all persons registered in Boone County.

How to Search Boone County Sex Offenders

The iCrimeWatch Indiana portal is the main online tool for searching sex offenders in Boone County. Select the county from the menu or enter any Boone County address. The system returns all registered offenders living within one mile of that address. You can also search by name if you are looking for a specific person. Results include photos, addresses, and offense records.

The Boone County Sheriff's Office maintains the sex offender registry at their website.

The sheriff's page describes the registry as "a public service tool" and connects to the same statewide database. For free email notifications about sex offender activity in Boone County, sign up through NSOPW.gov.

Note: The Boone County Sheriff's office is open for in-person registry matters Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.

Boone County Sheriff's Office

The Boone County Sheriff's Office is at 1905 Indianapolis Ave, Lebanon, IN 46052. The main phone is 765-482-1412. For sex offender registration matters specifically, contact Madyson Portish at 765-483-3363 or mportish@co.boone.in.us. The sex offender registrar handles all new registrations, address changes, and scheduled verification appointments for Boone County.

The sheriff's office processes registration data and enters it into the statewide database. If you have a concern about a registered offender in Boone County or believe someone is not in compliance with state registration requirements, call the registrar or the main sheriff's line. Staff can investigate and take action. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, for registration-related visits.

Boone County Sex Offender Registry Law

Indiana's sex offender registry is governed by IC 11-8-8, known as Zachary's Law. This law took effect January 1, 2003. It was named in honor of Zachary Snider of Cloverdale, Indiana, a child killed by a registered sex offender. The law requires all 92 Indiana counties to track sex and violent offenders and provide free public access to that information. Boone County operates fully within this statewide framework.

The Indiana Sheriffs' Association manages the statewide registry system used by all county sheriffs. Boone County is one of the faster-growing counties in Indiana, given its proximity to Indianapolis. That growth has increased the number of registrants in the county over the years. Under IC 36-2-13-5.5, the Boone County Sheriff is required by law to maintain the registry and keep it accessible to the public at no cost.

Who Must Register in Boone County

Indiana Code IC 11-8-8-4.5 defines who qualifies as a sex offender. Registration is required for anyone convicted of rape, child molesting, child exploitation, criminal deviate conduct, sexual misconduct with a minor, voyeurism involving minors, or similar offenses from another state or federal court. Some violent offenders may also be required to register.

Under IC 11-8-8-7, all registration must happen within 72 hours. That window opens when someone is released from prison or probation, moves to a new address, or arrives in Indiana for the first time with a qualifying conviction. People who work in Boone County but live elsewhere must register their work address with the Boone County Sheriff. Students enrolled at Boone County schools must also register.

Boone County Registration Requirements

Registration requires an in-person visit to the Boone County Sheriff's Office. Registrants must provide their full name and any aliases, date of birth, home address, work address, school address if applicable, all vehicle information, and all internet accounts including email addresses and social media usernames. A photo is taken at the time of each registration visit and stored in the statewide database.

Most offenders verify their registration once each year. Sexually violent predators must verify every 90 days. Missing a scheduled verification is a Level 6 felony under IC 11-8-8-17, punishable by up to 2.5 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000. A second offense is a Level 5 felony. Registration lasts 10 years for most offenders. Sexually violent predators and those with victims under age 12 register for life.

Cities in Boone County

Zionsville is the only city in Boone County with a population above 100,000, and it has its own sex offender registry page.

Residency Restrictions in Boone County

Under Indiana IC 35-42-4-11, people classified as "offenders against children" cannot live within 1,000 feet of a school, youth program center, or public park anywhere in Boone County. They also cannot live within one mile of their victim's home. These restrictions apply to Lebanon, Zionsville, and all smaller communities in the county. A violation is charged as a Level 6 felony.

Boone County has seen significant development in recent years, with new schools and parks being built in many communities. Anyone who must register should verify that their address still complies with the 1,000-foot rule as communities change. The Boone County Sheriff's registrar can help confirm whether a specific address is within a restricted zone. When in doubt, contact the office before moving.

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