HI HB247

Adds new definition of "sexually violent predator" to Hawaii Revised Statutes §334-1: any person convicted of or charged with a crime of sexual violence who has a mental illness making them likely to engage in predatory acts of sexual violence if not confined.

Amends §334-60.2 to include sexually violent predators as a category of persons eligible for involuntary psychiatric hospitalization, alongside those who are mentally ill or suffering from substance abuse.

Requires that for sexually violent predator commitments, at least one licensed physician or psychologist who is an expert on sexually violent predators must personally examine the individual and testify at the hearing.

Adds prosecuting attorneys of the appropriate county as authorized representatives to file petitions and present cases for involuntary hospitalization, alongside the Attorney General.

Effective date of July 1, 2050.