SORA sets forth specified New York crimes that are defined as Sex Offenses.  Other New York crimes are defined as sex offenses only under certain defined circumstances, such as when the "victim" is under 18 years old.  Most New York Sex Offenses are defined in Article 130 of the Penal Law, but not all violations of Article 130 are Sex Offenses under SORA.  Click here for a complete list of New York Sex Offenses requiring registration.