Bill > HB312

This bill mandates that sex offenders convicted of certain offenses must undergo chemical castration treatment as a condition of their parole, meaning it's a requirement to be met before and during their release back into the community. Chemical castration treatment involves the use of hormonal drugs to reduce the likelihood of reoffending sexually. The bill specifies that offenders will be informed about the treatment's effects and side effects, and must sign an acknowledgment. Treatment is to begin at least one month before release, and the corrections department will administer it if the offender is still incarcerated, or the parole officer will direct them to a treatment provider if they are released. Offenders are responsible for the costs of treatment, though they cannot be denied parole solely due to inability to pay. Refusal to undergo this treatment will be considered a parole violation, leading to immediate re-incarceration for the remainder of their sentence.

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=312&year=26