The information being provided is not to be used in any way to intimidate, harass or take any unlawful action against any registered sex offender. The Contra Costa County Sheriff s Office maintains a Megan s Law CD-ROM for use by citizens. The purpose of the Megan s Law CD-ROM is to allow members of the public to protect children and themselves from sex offenders. The Megan s Law CD-ROM does not provide the home address or employment information of the registered sex offenders. No appointment is necessary and this service is offered free of charge.
Citizens can search for sex offenders either by name, or by area using a zip code or city name.
If an area search is done using a zip code or city, the user will see a listing of sex offenders residing in that particular zip code or city. Citizens are reminded that the purpose of the Megan s Law CD-ROM is public safety, and the information contained therein is to allow members of the public to protect children and themselves from sex offenders.