This bill amends sections of the Idaho Code related to sex offenders, specifically focusing on definitions and residency restrictions. It introduces new definitions, including "habitually lives," which clarifies the places where a person resides or spends time, and "homeless," which is defined as having no fixed residence. Additionally, it revises the definition of "residence" to specify that it refers to the location where an offender habitually lives. The bill also updates the definition of "incarceration" and includes a new provision regarding the residency of sex offenders in relation to schools and daycare facilities, stating that certain restrictions apply when a person resides at a residential or long-term care facility.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific prohibitions for registered sex offenders regarding their presence on school and daycare grounds, including loitering within a certain distance and residing near these facilities. It provides exceptions for individuals who are students, voting, or have obtained permission to be on school grounds. The bill also clarifies that the residency restrictions do not apply to those living in state-licensed facilities or approved shelters. An emergency clause is included, making the act effective on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 18-8303, 18-8329