The Supreme Court has clarified its limitation on civil commitments, saying that there must be:

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The Supreme Court has stated that civil commitments are only appropriate if there is proof that the offender has serious difficulty in controlling his or her behavior, even if they have completed their criminal sentence. The other options listed, such as physical or chemical castration, or a promise not to reoffend, are not required for civil commitments according to Supreme Court rulings. Concurrent registration for life of any sex offender, while a common requirement for those convicted of sex offenses, is also not specifically mentioned as a requirement for civil commitments.

The Supreme Court Has Clarified Its Limitation on Civil Commitments