 Today, we're laying out the facts about sex offenders in your community. One of the biggest myths out there is that people convicted of sex crimes always go to jail. That is not true. Most sex offenders, even those convicted of more serious crimes, end up on probation and are immediately back in society. Another myth is that sex offenders can never be around children ever again. This is also not true unless the conditions of their probation or parole explicitly prohibit it. And what about searching online for offenders? Only those convicted of a felony will show up on an internet search. Misdemeanor offenders, including those convicted of unlawful sexual contact, cannot be found online. You want to know more? Click that link to see more safety tips.