The population of registered sex offenders in Murray County remained unchanged from second quarter of 2024 to first quarter of 2024, with 1 offender residing in the area, according to the Minnesota Public Registrant Search.
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 of 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Ryan Bitker | Criminal sexual conduct in the third degree | Jason Bitker engaged in sexual contact with a known female teenager. Contact included penetration. Bitker gained access while residing with the victim’s family. Bitker took advantage of her vulnerable state to gain compliance. |

