Which agency is responsible for the TN Sex Offender File entries?

The Tennessee Department of Correction (TN DOC) and law enforcement agencies are responsible for maintaining the entries in the TN Sex Offender File. This collaboration ensures that the management of sex offender registration and monitoring is comprehensive and effective. The TN DOC oversees the correctional aspect, ensuring that individuals who have served their sentences comply with the registration requirements post-release.

Local police departments play a role in enforcing compliance and conducting investigations related to sex offenses, but they do not maintain the overarching database of sex offenders. The Department of Justice primarily handles federal laws and may support local jurisdictions but does not directly manage state-specific files like the TN Sex Offender File. Child Protective Services focuses on the welfare of children and intervening in situations of abuse or neglect, rather than maintaining criminal registries.