A mom from Missouri is “pushbacked” after a judge ruled that registered sex offenders will not be required to post signs reading “No trick-or-treating in this residence” on Halloween.

District Judge John A. Ross ruled in favor of revising state law that since 2008 has required sex offenders to display a sign reading “No candy or treats in this residence.” Ross declared the law unconstitutional, saying it violated First Amendment Rights.

Tara Bishop, who runs a Facebook page called Child Predators Exposed with more than 10,000 followers, told Fox News Digital that the decision prioritizes the rights of predators over those of victims.

“When I see stories about the rights of someone who was convicted of sexually abusing another person and tried to use free speech to hide behind their behavior, it disgusts me,” she declared. “I think it’s absolutely ridiculous, and it makes me really angry and makes me feel like they have more of a voice within themselves. our justice system than their victims. »

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Tara Bishop, who runs a Facebook page called Child Predators Exposed with more than 10,000 followers, told Fox News Digital that Missouri’s decision prioritizes the rights of predators over those of their victims. (Fox News Digital)

“When I see stories about the rights of someone who has been convicted of sexually abusing others and tries to use free speech to hide behind their behavior, it disgusts me.” — Tara Bishop

Missouri law still requires people to be Halloween registration stay inside their home from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and leave their exterior lights off.

Despite the provision, Bishop said she was “disappointed” by the decision and that it is a sign of a failing justice system.

“It’s more than just a sign (of a sexual predator), it gives these convicted predators more of a voice in our justice system than the victims,” she said.

“I hear time and time again from people who have gone through a grueling process of trying to bring their abuser to justice, only to have their knuckles slapped or re-enter society,” she said.

“It’s so disappointing.”

Children choose from a bowl of candy at a Halloween party. (iStock)

Tips for practicing safelyrick-or-treating:

Bishop provided some practical tips that she uses to create a safe and fun trick-or-treat night.

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“I take my kids to events like races or trick-or-treating, and I stay with them throughout those events,” she said. “We may visit neighborhoods to trick-or-treat, but, generally, they will be in neighborhoods that we know and where we know the people.”

Tara Bishop, a 40-year-old mother of four from Missouri who runs a Facebook page called Child Predators Exposed, told Fox News Digital that the decision prioritizes the rights of predators over those of victims. (Fox News Digital)

As a parent, Bishop emphasized staying by the children’s side throughout the fun-filled evening and paying attention to the people they interact with.

“Make sure they don’t wander off and be careful of those who might have side conversations with them,” she said.

A man waves an American flag as he marches in front of the Missouri State Capitol, January 20, 2021, in Jefferson City, Missouri. (Michael B. Thomas/Getty Images)

Bishop said she makes it a habit to regularly check the National Sex Offender Registry.

“It’s updated all the time,” she said. “Check the area you hang out in and know who is around.”

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In Springfield, Mo., where Bishop lives, there are 840 registered sex offenders.

“That’s a resident-to-sex offender ratio of 199 to 1,” she said. “And, again, these are convicted sex offenders, not ones who have never been investigated or investigated. never been billed.

“It’s a little scary and it’s kind of eye-opening,” Bishop said. “And I don’t want to be cynical. I just want people to pay attention to it.”

Andrew Bailey, Attorney General of Missouri, during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing in Washington, DC, January 10, 2024. (Graeme Sloan/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Following Ross’ ruling, Missouri’s Republican attorney general Andrew Bailey said he intended to appeal the decision.

“I want Missouri to be the safest state in the country for children,” he said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “This includes Halloween. We are appealing immediately.”

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“I really hope the appeal is won and we can send the message that Missouri will not tolerate sexual abuse,” Bishop said.

Fox News Digital has contacted the Eastern District Court of Missouri for comment.