The bill aims to enhance community safety by mandating electronic monitoring for sexually violent predators who are granted conditional release to less restrictive alternatives. It amends RCW 71.09.096 to require that, prior to such release, the court must impose conditions that include electronic monitoring capable of real-time tracking, programmable inclusion and exclusion zones, and notifications for tampering or entering exclusion zones. Additionally, the bill establishes a minimum distance restriction of 500 feet from child care facilities and schools for the residence of the released individual. The court is also tasked with ordering the Department of Corrections to investigate the proposed less restrictive alternative and recommend individualized conditions based on the person's specific risk factors.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of fair share principles in the placement of individuals in less restrictive alternatives, ensuring that releases do not disproportionately cluster in any one area. It outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Corrections in providing necessary treatment and support services, including the assignment of a community care coordinator and assistance with discharge planning. The bill also mandates regular compliance reports from service providers and requires annual court reviews of each case to assess the appropriateness of continued conditional release and any necessary modifications to the terms of release.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 71.09.096