L.W. v. State

Larry D. Vaught, Judge.

On appeal L.W., a minor, argues that the trial court’s determination that clear and convincing evidence supported the need for him to register as a sexual offender, pursuant to Ark. Code Ann. § 9-27-356(e) (Supp. 2003), was clearly erroneous. We disagree and affirm the decision of the trial court.

The facts giving rise to the predicate offense that resulted in appellant’s sex-offender status are as follows. On December 2, 2003, appellant pleaded guilty to rape (Y felony), attempted rape (A felony), and two counts of sexual indecency with a child (D felony). Appellant was…