(1) Notwithstanding ORS 137.765 and 144.103, the State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision may discharge a person from parole or post-prison supervision before the end of the supervision term imposed by the sentencing court if:
- (a) The person is permanently incapacitated and has a condition that requires constant medical care;
- (b) Parole or post-prison supervision prevents the person from accessing a care facility;
- (c) The person provides substantiation and verification of the medical condition from a medical professional; and
- (d) The board, in its discretion, determines that early discharge from supervision is compatible with the best interests of the person and the community.
- (2) The board shall adopt rules establishing criteria for discharging persons from parole or post-prison supervision under this section.
- (3) If a victim has requested notification of the status of a person on parole or post-prison supervision and has provided the board with contact information, the board shall make a reasonable effort to notify the victim prior to any final decision concerning discharge under this section.
[2021 c.203 §2]