### Question
How does the law define tier III sex offender?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 16911*, **tier III sex offender** is defined as:

> a sex offender whose offense is punishable by imprisonment for more than 1 year and—


(A) is comparable to or more severe than the following offenses, or an attempt or conspiracy to commit such an offense:


(i) aggravated sexual abuse or sexual abuse (as described in sections 2241 and 2242 of title 18)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16911*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 151-CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFETY > SUBCHAPTER I-SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION AND NOTIFICATION > Part A-Sex Offender Registration and Notification**

