(1) A person is considered to be a "sexual offender" as used in this chapter when he or she has been adjudicated guilty of a sex crime, as defined in KRS 17.500, or any similar offense in another jurisdiction. (2) A sexual offender becomes an "eligible sexual offender" when the sentencing court or department officials, or both, determine that the offender: (a) Has demonstrated evidence of a mental, emotional, or behavioral disorder, but not active psychosis or an intellectual disability; and (b) Is likely to benefit from the program. (3) "Department" is the Department of Corrections.
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