Carbon County Pennsylvania Sex Offender Registry
Carbon County sex offenders are listed in Pennsylvania's free public Megan's Law database at meganslaw.psp.pa.gov. The county sits in eastern Pennsylvania along the Pocono Mountains, with Jim Thorpe as the historic county seat. You can search the registry by name, zip code, or street address to find registered offenders anywhere in Carbon County. Each record includes a photo, current address, offense description, and registration tier. No account or payment is needed to run a search.
Carbon County Quick Facts
Carbon County Sex Offender Registry Overview
The Carbon County sex offender registry is part of the Pennsylvania State Police Megan's Law system. Every person required to register under 42 Pa.C.S. Chapter 97 must provide current address, employment, school enrollment, and other details to the PSP. That information is published on the public website. The PSP updates the site on the same day a change is processed.
Carbon County serves as a gateway to the Pocono Mountain resort region. Lehighton, Palmerton, and Weatherly are among the boroughs in the county. PSP Lehighton provides a significant share of law enforcement coverage across many of the rural townships. The Carbon County government can be reached at carboncounty.com, which lists public safety contacts and county services.
Jim Thorpe, once known as Mauch Chunk, is a well-preserved Victorian town that draws visitors year-round. Its small size means the borough police department works closely with the State Police on Megan's Law matters. Offenders who register a Jim Thorpe address check in with the appropriate PSP station or approved registration site.
Note: The registry is not a complete list of every person who has ever committed a sexual offense. It covers only those currently required to register under Pennsylvania law.
How to Search Carbon County Sex Offenders
Visit meganslaw.psp.pa.gov to search the Carbon County registry. The site is free and works on any device. You do not need to create an account for a standard name or location search.
For a location search, enter a Carbon County zip code or choose the county name from the location filter. The results list every registered offender with an address in that area. Each entry shows a current photo, home address, work city, registration tier, and the offense that triggered registration. Click any result for more detail.
To check a specific person, type their name into the name search field. The system searches all of Pennsylvania, so look at the address to confirm the person is registered in Carbon County. Common zip codes in Carbon County include Lehighton, Jim Thorpe, Palmerton, and Weatherly. See the Megan's Law FAQ for tips on reading results.
Carbon County Government and Registry Resources
The Carbon County government website provides access to county services, public safety information, and contact listings for local departments.
The county site is a starting point for residents who need to contact the Sheriff's Office or find local law enforcement resources in Carbon County.
The Pennsylvania Megan's Law registry is the official database for sex offender searches in Carbon County and across the state.
Search the registry by name or location to view offender photos, addresses, and offense details for everyone registered in Carbon County.
The Pennsylvania State Police manage sex offender registration and run compliance checks throughout Carbon County.
PSP Lehighton and other nearby stations handle in-person registrations and verify that offenders in Carbon County keep their records current.
Registration Rules for Carbon County Offenders
All sex offenders with a Carbon County address must follow the reporting schedule set by Pennsylvania law. Tier I offenders report once a year for 15 years. Tier II offenders report twice a year for 25 years. Tier III offenders and Sexually Violent Predators report four times a year for life. Transient offenders with no fixed home must report monthly. See full details at meganslaw.psp.pa.gov/InformationalPages/Registration.
Offenders convicted on or after December 20, 2012, must appear in person within three business days whenever they change their home address, phone number, vehicle, email account, employment, school enrollment, or professional license. This rule applies whether the change involves starting, modifying, or ending any of those items. Temporary lodging changes also trigger the three-day in-person requirement.
Offenders planning to travel internationally must report to a registration site at least 21 days before departing. They provide travel dates, destinations, and lodging information to the PSP Megan's Law Section. The complete statute text is at law.justia.com.
SVP Community Notifications in Carbon County
When a court designates someone as a Sexually Violent Predator and that person registers in Carbon County, active community notification is required. This process is separate from the public registry search. Law enforcement carries it out each time an SVP registers a new address.
Neighbors within 250 feet of the SVP's home receive direct written notice. If fewer than 25 households fall in that radius, the 25 nearest residences are notified. Schools within one mile of the address receive notice. Daycare facilities and colleges within 1,000 feet are also informed. The Sexual Offenders Assessment Board at pa.gov/agencies/soab provides information on how the SVP designation process works.
The Carbon County Sheriff's Office and local police departments coordinate with PSP on these notifications within their jurisdictions. For areas with no local department, PSP handles the entire process.
Note: SVP notification happens every time the person moves to a new address, not just once when they first register in Carbon County.
Resources for Victims in Carbon County
The Office of Victim Advocate provides services to victims of sexual offenses in Carbon County. Contact OVA at ova.pa.gov or call 1-800-563-6399. Registered victims receive automatic notifications when the offender in their case changes their registration status. This includes new addresses, new registrations, and removals from the registry.
Victim registration with OVA is a separate process from the public email alert system on the Megan's Law website. Both are free. Victim advocates can explain the difference and help you decide which program best fits your situation. They can also connect you with local services in Carbon County and the surrounding Pocono region.
Reporting Non-Compliance in Carbon County
Suspected non-compliance by a registered sex offender in Carbon County should be reported immediately. Call the PSP Megan's Law Section at 1-866-771-3170. You can also contact a local police department or the nearest PSP station. The Megan's Law Section is located at 1800 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
Pennsylvania law makes it a felony of the third degree under 18 Pa.C.S. §3130 to intentionally help a registered sex offender evade law enforcement or avoid meeting registration requirements. This applies regardless of the relationship between the helper and the offender.
Nearby Counties
Carbon County borders several Pennsylvania counties. Offenders living near county lines are registered based on their actual address. Search neighboring registries if you think a person may have moved.