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Number of sex offenders living in Benton County remains at 2 as of Q4 2024

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The population of registered sex offenders in Benton County remained unchanged in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter, according to the Minnesota Public Registrant Search.

The Registry shows that 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 of re-offend.

According to a study by SafeHome.org, 18,877 registered sex offenders were living in the state as of August 2024. This translates to roughly 331 offenders per 100,000 residents.

Another study by the Sex Offense Litigation and Policy Resource Center revealed that Minnesota spends over $100 million annually on the Sex Offense Civil Commitment (SOCC) program, which primarily aims to prevent recidivism among sex offenders in the state.

Frequently updated information about sex offenders in Minnesota can be found online here.

Registered Sex Offenders in Benton County as of Q4 2024
OffenderCrimeCrime description
Brent Christopher RahmCriminal sexual conduct in the third degree (2 counts), criminal sexual conduct in the fourth degree (2 counts)Brent Rahm has a history of engaging in sexual contact against previously unknown female teenagers. Contact has included sexual touching and penetration. Rahm has gained access by meeting them online and has used force to gain compliance.
Harold Eugene BealsCriminal sexual conduct in the first degreeHarold Beals engaged in sexual contact with a known female toddler and child on multiple occasions. Contact included sexual touching and penetration. Beals bound them on at least one occasion to gain compliance.

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