HB 1420 Summary

• Requires the parole board to mandate GPS monitoring devices for parolees convicted of child molesting under IC 35-42-4-3(a)(1)-(a)(4) or IC 35-42-4-3(b)(1)-(b)(3), upon recommendation by the director of parole services based on validated recidivism risk assessment.

• Permits the parole board to require GPS monitoring for parolees convicted of other sex or violent offenses if recommended by the director of parole services based on validated recidivism risk assessment.

• Authorizes the parole board to remove GPS monitoring requirements upon recommendation of the director of parole services based on validated recidivism risk assessment.

• Effective July 1, 2011.