Halloween night is often filled with scary fun, but there’s a serious side this year. Operation Boo, run by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, is on the scene to ensure that sex offenders on parole remain at home while kids are out trick-or-treating. With hundreds of officers across the state conducting compliance checks, parents can rest a little easier knowing that their little ghouls are safer during their nighttime candy hunts.
From 5 to 9 p.m., law enforcement will sweep neighborhoods, making sure that convicted offenders aren’t handing out candy or showing off Halloween decorations. If they’re going to get into the spirit at all, they’ll need to do it from the confines of their homes. The best part? Last year’s operation showed a 96% compliance rate, proving that keeping kids safe can actually be a fang-tastic team effort.
As Halloween creeps closer, it’s a great time to remind your kids about safety tips—like avoiding houses with no lights or decorations. It’s also a reminder of the importance of knowing who’s living in your neighborhoods. So, what’s the spookiest experience you’ve ever had while trick-or-treating? Let’s share some good haunted stories!
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Andrew Johnson
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