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Fresno Council Moves to Ban Sex Offenders from Meetings

3/21/2026

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On March 19, 2026, Rene Campos, a registered sex offender, sparked outrage at Fresno City Hall by protesting rules that could bar him from attending meetings.
The Fresno City Council unanimously voted to bar registered sex offenders from attending meetings and is considering further restrictions on holding office.
Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria is advocating a state law to prohibit registered sex offenders from public office, influenced by Campos' failed candidacy.

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On March 19, 2026, Rene Campos, a registered sex offender, sparked outrage at Fresno City Hall by protesting rules that could bar him from attending meetings.
The Fresno City Council unanimously voted to bar registered sex offenders from attending meetings and is considering further restrictions on holding office.
Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria is advocating a state law to prohibit registered sex offenders from public office, influenced by Campos' failed candidacy.