Megan Kanka

Megan Kanka was a young girl from New Jersey who was tragically abducted and murdered in 1994 by a convicted sex offender living nearby. Her death led to widespread public concern about sex offender management. In response, many states, including New Jersey, passed "Megan’s Law," which requires law enforcement to notify communities about registered sex offenders in their area. The law aims to improve public safety by promoting awareness and encouraging vigilance, while balancing privacy rights for offenders. Megan’s case highlighted the importance of community awareness and the need for effective sex offender registration and notification systems.