Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 197.410 – Definitions of "sexual offender," "eligible sexual offender," and "department."

(1) A person is considered to be a "sexual offender" as used in this chapter when he or she has been adjudicated guilty of a sex crime, as defined in KRS 17.500, or any similar offense in another jurisdiction.
(2) A sexual offender becomes an "eligible sexual offender" when the sentencing court or department officials, or both, determine that the offender:
1. (a) Has demonstrated evidence of a mental, emotional, or behavioral disorder, but not active psychosis or an intellectual disability; and Is likely to benefit from the program.
2. (b) "Department" is the Department of Corrections.
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Effective: July 12, 2012

History: Amended 2012 Ky. Acts ch. 146, sec. 28, effective July 12, 2012. -- Amended 2000 Ky. Acts ch. 401, sec. 31, effective April 11, 2000. -- Amended 1998 Ky. Acts ch. 606, sec. 186, effective July 15, 1998. -- Amended 1992 Ky. Acts ch. 211, sec. 64, effective July 14, 1992. -- Amended 1990 Ky. Acts ch. 497, sec. 18, effective July 13, 1990. -- Created 1986 Ky. Acts ch. 478, sec. 2, effective July 15, 1986.