Westmoreland County Registered Sex Offenders
Westmoreland County residents can search for registered sex offenders through the Pennsylvania State Police Megan's Law website at meganslaw.psp.pa.gov. The public search tool is free and requires no account to use. Searches run by county, municipality, zip code, name, or by radius from any address in Westmoreland County return results with photos, addresses, and offense details. This page explains how the Westmoreland County sex offender registry works and what residents of Greensburg and surrounding communities need to know about Pennsylvania Megan's Law.
Westmoreland County Quick Facts
About the Westmoreland County Sex Offender Registry
Pennsylvania operates one unified sex offender registry covering all 67 counties, and Westmoreland County uses the same statewide system. The Pennsylvania State Police administer this registry under 42 Pa.C.S. Chapter 97. Any registered sex offender who lives, works, or attends school in Westmoreland County is listed in the PSP Megan's Law database. There is no separate county registry.
Westmoreland County Government coordinates public safety services across the county and works with the Pennsylvania State Police on Megan's Law compliance and community notification for Sexually Violent Predators.
The Westmoreland County government website provides information about county departments and local law enforcement contacts relevant to public safety in the region.
Each offender record includes the individual's full name, aliases, year of birth, current address, and a recent photograph. Offense information and conviction dates are listed. Employment city and county appear on the record when reported. The registry updates on the same day any change is entered into the system, giving residents current information on offenders living or working in Westmoreland County.
How to Search Westmoreland County Sex Offenders
Go to meganslaw.psp.pa.gov to search for registered sex offenders in Westmoreland County. Select Westmoreland County from the county dropdown to return all registered offenders with addresses in the county. You can filter by municipality to narrow results to Greensburg, Jeannette, Monessen, New Kensington, or any other city, borough, or township in the county.
The zip code search is useful for checking a specific neighborhood. The radius search lets you enter any address and choose a distance up to five miles. Results appear on a map showing each offender's registered location. This works well near schools, parks, and residential areas throughout Westmoreland County.
If you know an offender's name, the name search returns their current record directly. The Megan's Law FAQ page explains how to read search results and what data is public. PSP cannot provide information beyond what is posted online.
Westmoreland County and Pennsylvania Megan's Law
Westmoreland County is located in southwestern Pennsylvania, directly east of Allegheny County and Pittsburgh. It is one of the more populous counties in the state, with a mix of small cities, boroughs, and rural townships. Greensburg is the county seat. Other significant communities include Jeannette, Latrobe, Monessen, Murrysville, and New Kensington. The county has a large number of local police departments across its boroughs, all of which work with PSP on Megan's Law matters.
As a populous county, Westmoreland has a higher number of registered sex offenders than smaller rural counties. The statewide PSP Megan's Law registry lists all of them in one searchable database. Offenders throughout Westmoreland County must register and verify in person at approved PSP sites. The county has multiple approved registration and verification sites to serve its geographic spread.
The Pennsylvania State Police Megan's Law website is the official source for searching registered sex offenders in Westmoreland County and throughout Pennsylvania.
Westmoreland County residents can search by name, zip code, or address radius at the Megan's Law website at no cost.
Sex Offender Tiers in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania uses a three-tier classification system for offenses committed on or after December 20, 2012. Tier I offenders register for 15 years and verify annually. Tier II offenders register for 25 years and verify twice per year. Tier III offenders register for life and verify quarterly. The PSP registration page lists which specific offenses fall under each tier.
Offenders convicted before December 20, 2012 are governed by earlier rules and are classified as ten-year or lifetime registrants depending on their offense. Both categories verify annually. Transient offenders with no fixed address must verify monthly. Sexually Violent Predators are assessed by the Sexual Offenders Assessment Board before sentencing. SVPs register for life, verify quarterly, and trigger active community notification when they establish a new address anywhere in Westmoreland County.
Note: Registration periods are paused during incarceration. Time in prison does not count toward the 15-year or 25-year registration requirement.
Westmoreland County Law Enforcement and Megan's Law
The Pennsylvania State Police take the lead role in sex offender registration for Westmoreland County. PSP operates the approved registration and verification sites where all offenders must appear in person. The PSP Megan's Law Section handles non-compliance investigations and coordinates with local departments. Greensburg Police, Jeannette Police, and numerous other municipal departments across Westmoreland County assist with enforcement in their respective jurisdictions.
The Pennsylvania State Police coordinates sex offender registration compliance and enforcement across all of Westmoreland County under Pennsylvania Megan's Law.
Westmoreland County offenders who miss verification deadlines or fail to report changes to their information face felony charges under Pennsylvania law.
When a Sexually Violent Predator establishes residence anywhere in Westmoreland County, PSP sends notification flyers to the local police chief with jurisdiction. That chief distributes flyers to neighbors within 250 feet of the SVP's address, or the 25 nearest residences. Schools within one mile and licensed daycares receive notice. Colleges within 1,000 feet of the address are also notified. The director of the county children and youth services agency always receives notification.
Sex Offender Registration Requirements in Westmoreland County
Every registered sex offender living or working in Westmoreland County must notify PSP within three business days of any change to their personal information. Changes to home address, employer, phone numbers, vehicles, email accounts, social media identifiers, and professional licenses all require prompt in-person reporting at an approved PSP site.
The PSP registration details page lists all reporting obligations that apply to registered sex offenders in Westmoreland County and throughout Pennsylvania.
Westmoreland County residents can review the registration requirements page to understand what rules apply to offenders in Greensburg and throughout the county.
International travel requires 21 days advance notice for offenders whose offense occurred on or after December 20, 2012. They must appear at an approved PSP site before leaving and provide complete travel information including dates, destinations, and lodging. This requirement applies to all Westmoreland County offenders covered by the current tier system.
Community Notification in Westmoreland County
Active community notification in Westmoreland County applies only to Sexually Violent Predators and Sexually Violent Delinquent Children. When an SVP establishes residence in the county, PSP notifies the local police chief, who then distributes written notification flyers. Flyers go to all neighbors within 250 feet of the SVP's address, or the 25 nearest residences, whichever is more. Every school within one mile receives written notice. Licensed childcare programs and daycares are included.
Any college or university within 1,000 feet of the SVP's address receives notification. The director of Westmoreland County's children and youth services agency is always notified when an SVP registers in the county. Victims of SVPs also have rights under Pennsylvania law. The Office of Victim Advocate at 1-800-563-6399 can explain notification rights for victims.
Westmoreland County residents can sign up for free email alerts at the Megan's Law website. Create a free account under Community Tools and enter up to five addresses to monitor. You will receive daily alerts when a registered sex offender moves within five miles of any address on your list.
Reporting Non-Compliance in Westmoreland County
Report suspected non-compliance by a registered sex offender in Westmoreland County right away. Call the PSP Megan's Law Section at 1-866-771-3170, contact your local police department, or submit an online tip through the Megan's Law website. The tip line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Under 18 Pa.C.S. § 3130, providing false information to law enforcement, concealing an offender's location, or otherwise helping a non-compliant offender evade registration requirements is a felony of the third degree. This applies to anyone in Westmoreland County who takes such actions.
Note: If information on the Megan's Law website for a Westmoreland County offender appears incorrect or outdated, call 1-866-771-3170 to report the discrepancy to PSP for investigation.
Nearby Counties
Westmoreland County borders several other Pennsylvania counties. All use the same statewide PSP Megan's Law registry. Run a new county-filtered search to track offenders who may have moved to a neighboring county.