Unjust Sex Offenders

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I totally agree that sex laws are unjust to sex offenders are ineffective as the economist states. The laws treat the most dangerous offenders and the least dangerous in a similar way that is unjust. Publicizing sex offenders often expose them to vigilantism harassment and also murder in rare cases. Publicizing the sex offenders not only affect them but also affects other family members who are innocent. Even after they complete their probation or jail terms, sex offenders are not given room for reform and are discriminated against especially in job sectors. Hence many sex offenders live, in particular, secluded areas and this can lead to sex recidivism. The harsh laws are ineffective in protecting victims, and the list of offenders is too

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