There was the same number of registered sex offenders living in Watonwan County in July compared to the previous month, according to the Minnesota Public Registrant Search.
There is one sex offender registered in Watonwan County in July.
The Registry shows this sex offender is not a sexual predator. In Minnesota, convicted predatory offenders also are subject to certain mandatory sentencing laws that are designed to minimize their chances to re-offend.
Minnesota legislation about sex offenders and predators is currently being evaluated and revised, such as if offenders with good behavior can be removed from the Registry.
Frequently updated information about sex offenders in Minnesota can be found online here.
| Offender | Crime | Crime description |
|---|---|---|
| Tanner Lee Westphal | Criminal sexual conduct in the third degree | Tanner Westphal engaged in sexual contact with a known teen-aged female. Westphal exploited his relationship to gain access and provided intoxicants to the teen taking advantage of their vulnerable state. |

