Do you have a family? Having children can be very rewarding, but it is not like having a pet. If you have children you are responsible for human beings and you need to take care for them. You need to protect them from potential dangers as they might not be able to protect themselves. In some cases you may want to check out a Sex Offender Registry if you suspect that somebody might be an offender. It does not mean that you are accusing anyone of being an offender, but you may simply want to check it out for your own information.