Halloween is nearly upon us, but before you take your child trick-or-treating, it\u2019s important to keep in mind which houses near you are safe to visit.<\/p>\n
Unlike other residents in the state, sex offenders aren\u2019t allowed to partake in many Halloween festivities.<\/p>\n
These restrictions include not giving out candy or other treats, turning off porch lights and closing blinds, and not decorating outside.<\/p>\n
And of course, these offenders are strictly prohibited from answering the door for trick-or-treaters, attending Halloween parties, and dressing up in costumes or masks, according to state officials<\/a>.<\/p>\n [BELOW: Airbnb is cracking down on rowdy Halloween parties this weekend]<\/p>\n Even aside from these legal matters, many parents may want to avoid accidentally bringing their children to the home of a sex offender. That\u2019s why the state hosts a database showing exactly where these offenders live.<\/p>\n To access this database and search your neighborhood, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n