HI SB1022

Adds definition of "sexually violent predator" to Hawaii law as any person convicted of or charged with a crime of sexual violence who suffers from a mental abnormality or personality disorder making them likely to engage in predatory acts of sexual violence if not confined.

Expands involuntary hospitalization criteria to include individuals meeting the definition of sexually violent predator, in addition to existing criteria of mental illness or substance abuse.

Requires that at least one licensed physician or psychologist who is an expert on sexually violent predators personally examine and testify in person at any hearing to commit someone as a sexually violent predator.

Adds prosecuting attorneys of the appropriate county to those authorized to present cases for involuntary hospitalization hearings, alongside the attorney general and deputies.

Takes effect July 1, 2011.