There are two sex offenders registered in Waseca County in the first quarter of 2023.
The Registry shows none of these sex offenders are sexual predators. 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.
Registered sex offenders in Waseca County as of Q1
| Offender | Crime | Crime description |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Wayne Petersen | Criminal sexual conduct in the third degree | Mark Petersen engaged in sexual contact with a known female teenager. Contact included penetration. |
| Kevin Lee Johnson | Criminal sexual conduct in the first degree, criminal sexual conduct in the second degree | Kevin Johnson has a history of engaging in sexual contact with known female children and adult females. Contacts included sexual touching. Johnson used force and manipulation to gain compliance. |
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