Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding the profiles of sexual offenders in France

Official title: Epidemiology of Sexual Offenders. A Cross-sectional Study of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Referral Platforms

Run by Hôpital le Vinatier · NCT06499051 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at the backgrounds and behaviors of sexual offenders in a specific region of France to see how they can be better treated and managed.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment400 (estimated)
SponsorHôpital le Vinatier
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bron)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 10, 2024
Main results expectedJune 1, 2027
Study endsSeptember 1, 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 17, 2025
Trial IDNCT06499051 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are under legal obligations related to sexual offenses.

Probably not a fit

Patients who refuse to participate or those with physical or mental incapacity to complete the questionnaires may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the epidemiology and clinical characteristics of sexual offenders in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It will utilize both retrospective and prospective data collection methods to analyze factors such as risk, recurrence, and treatment of sexual offense perpetrators. The study will involve a comprehensive assessment of patients at eight reference platforms established for this purpose, allowing for a tailored care plan based on multidisciplinary evaluations. The findings are expected to enhance the understanding of this population and improve care strategies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment and management strategies for sexual offenders, ultimately enhancing public safety.

How similar studies have gone: While there is limited large-scale clinical data on sexual offenders, this study aims to fill a significant gap, suggesting a novel approach to understanding this population.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
All sexual offenders who are part of the PFR and meet the inclusion criteria will be invited to participate in this study.

Inclusion criteria:

* Adults (age ≥ 18 years).
* Under injunction of care for a sexual offense.
* Or Awaiting sentencing for a sexual offense.
* Or Currently under legal proceedings for a sexual offense.
* Or Under a legal obligation for care related to a sexual offense.
* Or Falling within the scope of an alternative to incarceration for a sexual offense.

Exclusion criteria:

* Patient refusal to participate in the study.
* Patients with physical or mental incapacity to complete the questionnaires.

Where it's running

  • CRIAVS - Centre Hospitalier Le Vinatier
    Bron, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.