A literature review evaluating research findings about the using polygraphy to manage and treat convicted sexual offenders. Inconsistent empirical data from various studies provide a challenge to the validity and reliability of the poolygraph procedure. Nonetheless, treatment appears to be enhanced by the disclosures made during the preparation process that takes place before eachl examination. Empirically based standards for the use and interpretation of polygraph results were found to be lacking. Guidelines for the responsible use of polygraphy in community-based treatment of sexual offenders are proposed. Finally, issues needing further research are identified.