Bill > HB2422

This bill establishes new conditions for parole eligibility for sex offenders who committed physical crimes against minors under 13 years old. The legislation requires a mental health evaluation to determine the likelihood of reoffending, and allows the offender to voluntarily receive hormonal treatment (specifically medroxyprogesterone acetate) as a condition of parole. If the mental health professional recommends hormonal treatment to reduce the risk of subsequent offenses, the offender must begin treatment six weeks before release and continue receiving it at a frequency determined by a licensed physician. Failure to continue hormonal treatment, attempting to reverse its effects, or committing subsequent offenses will result in the loss of parole eligibility. Additionally, if the offender commits another sex offense, they will be sentenced to life imprisonment without parole and subject to irregular blood or lab testing. The bill provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for physicians and mental health professionals acting in good faith, and will only apply to sex offenders convicted on or after November 1, 2025. The legislation also makes related amendments to existing statutes regarding parole conditions and supervision.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Justice

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2422&Session=2600