KRS 197.410: Definitions of "sexual offender," "eligible sexual offender," and

"department."

(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.