This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to introduce a new section, 62-12-26a, which allows courts to sentence individuals convicted of specific sex offenses to treatment with medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA). The bill outlines that upon conviction, the court may impose MPA treatment in addition to other penalties, and it allows for physical castration as an alternative if the defendant consents. The administration of MPA treatment is contingent upon a medical expert's assessment of the defendant's suitability, and treatment must begin prior to the defendant's release from incarceration. The Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation is tasked with providing the necessary services for MPA administration.

Additionally, the bill establishes a felony offense for defendants who refuse to comply with the treatment requirements after sentencing, with penalties ranging from one to five years of confinement. It also modifies existing law regarding the mandatory prerelease risk assessment for certain sex offenders, ensuring that the assessment includes a determination of the defendant's eligibility for MPA treatment. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the management and rehabilitation of sex offenders through medical intervention.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 62-12-27, 62-12-26a