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Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates for Offender Registry in Tennessee

4/6/2026

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Amanda Martin, a domestic violence survivor from Lamar, Missouri, backs a domestic violence offender registry after her abuse by Christopher Cendroski.
Tennessee became the first state to establish such a registry, with supporters arguing it protects families.
Advocacy groups warn that many abusers are not arrested or convicted, creating a false sense of security.
Critics cite privacy concerns, while Kentucky's Kim Holloway proposes registries to empower survivors and boost safety.

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Story summary

Amanda Martin, a domestic violence survivor from Lamar, Missouri, backs a domestic violence offender registry after her abuse by Christopher Cendroski.
Tennessee became the first state to establish such a registry, with supporters arguing it protects families.
Advocacy groups warn that many abusers are not arrested or convicted, creating a false sense of security.
Critics cite privacy concerns, while Kentucky's Kim Holloway proposes registries to empower survivors and boost safety.