This recommended approach to the management of sex offenders connects each of the core components of an integrated model. The Comprehensive Approach involves identifying the stakeholders and the tasks they must perform in order to have the greatest impact on the reduction of sex offender recidivism. The second issue that is addressed in the Comprehensive Approach to managing sex offenders is the scope of effective activities that are the key to reintegrating sex offenders into the community. The third issue addressed involves the tenets and philosophies of the management approach, as well as the evidence-based practices that should be used. The guiding principles of the Comprehensive Approach are victim-centeredness (consideration of the impact that policies and practices may have on past and potential victims and their families); specialized knowledge (knowledge about the risk and needs specific to sex offending behavior); public education about sex offenders and offender management strategies; monitoring and evaluation of the sex offender management practices; and collaboration among various disciplines and agencies. The core components of a Comprehensive Approach to sex offender management are investigation, prosecution, and disposition; assessment; treatment; reentry; supervision; and registration and notification. The rationale and features of each of these components are discussed. Special considerations for juvenile sex offenders are also addressed. 29 references