### Question
What is the definition of sex offender registry?


### Answer
The definition of **sex offender registry** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 16911*:

> a registry of sex offenders, and a notification program, maintained by a jurisdiction

#### 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**

