The bill H. 3651 aims to amend Section 23-3-540 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to mandate active electronic monitoring for individuals convicted of criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the second degree, along with those convicted of the first and third degrees of the same offense. The proposed changes specify that upon release from incarceration or supervision, these individuals must be monitored by the Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services using an active electronic monitoring device. The bill outlines the conditions under which monitoring is required, including violations of probation or other supervisory terms.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that individuals under electronic monitoring may petition for release from these requirements after ten years, provided they can demonstrate compliance with monitoring terms and that there is no longer a need for such monitoring. The court must hold a hearing for this petition, allowing input from relevant parties, including victims. However, individuals convicted of the first or third degree of criminal sexual conduct with a minor are not eligible to petition for release from monitoring. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
12/12/2024: 23-3-540
Latest Version: 23-3-540