OAR 291-202-0010: Authority, Purpose, and Policy

(1) Authority: The authority for these rules is granted to the Director of the Department of Corrections in accordance with ORS 144. 637 , 144. 641, 144.642 , 179.040, 423.020, 423.030 and 423.075. (2) Purpose: The purpose of these rules is to: (a) Establish criteria to be considered in determining the permanent residence requirements for certain sex offenders upon release. (b) Establish the eligibility criteria and procedures for identifying sexually violent dangerous offenders, as defined in ORS 144.635. (3) Policy: It is the policy of the Department of Corrections to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and by seeking ways to reduce their risk of committing future criminal acts.