Read the passages below. Consider issues related to each topic. Topics/Passages: Through the use of the Internet, information can easily be shared with the masses. One use of this technology is sharing where sex offenders reside as required by law. The sex offenders can be searched by name, address, and zip code. Once listed, the individual's personal information and picture can be displayed. Use the web site listed below to search for sex offenders near Mesa Community College (zip 85202). Review a few of the offender profiles, and discuss how you feel about having access to this information as a citizen. Then discuss how an offender may feel about having their information posted. AZ DPS: www.azsexoffender.com The publishing of individuals convicted of DUI is not required by law, but yet several cities in the valley have decided to publish this information. Use the web site below to see a list of individuals recently convicted of DUI. Discuss how you feel about having access to this information as a citizen. Then discuss how an individual may feel about having their information posted. Stop DUI AZ: www.stopduiaz.com While the sex offenders and DUI sites publish information on convictions, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) publishes information on individuals that have only been arrested and charged of a crime. Use the web site below to see a list of individuals recently arrested of various crimes. Discuss how you feel about having access to this information as a citizen. Then discuss how an individual may feel about having their information posted. MCSO: www.mcso.org Click on MugShots on the left, and then select a crime category at bottom of page.

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Revised: 12/15/2008 - www.mc.maricopa.edu/~marquez/cis105/group_ethics_online.html