AB 1545: Sexually violent predators.

This bill amends existing law to expand the definition of a sexually violent predator. It requires the secretary of the department of corrections and rehabilitation to refer a person in custody who may be a sexually violent predator for evaluation by the state department of state hospitals at least 6 months prior to release. The bill also requires the executive officer of the board of parole hearings to make this referral for individuals serving an indeterminate sentence. Additionally, the bill authorizes the secretary or executive officer to refer a person for evaluation if they will be scheduled for a parole hearing within 6 months. The bill imposes a state-mandated local program by requiring counties to commit persons as sexually violent predators and provides for reimbursement of costs mandated by the state.