Scheduled for his conditional release, Albert Carder has been designated as a Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) after convictions for Lewd and Lascivious Acts with a Child and Kidnapping. San Diego Superior Court has pinpointed a residence for him at 45612 Old Hwy 80, Jacumba Hot Springs, a decision made by California's Department of State Hospitals (DSH) and the court itself, not by local law enforcement or the SAFE Task Force.

Residents of Jacumba Hot Springs, a San Diego County community, have until April 30 to voice their concerns or support regarding Carder's placement. Public feedback is crucial, and the SAFE Task Force is soliciting it ahead of the May 17 hearing. Comments submitted will be handed over to the court for consideration, according to a statement from the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

The jurisdiction for the proposed site falls under the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. However, the department, the San Diego County District Attorney's Office, and the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force have all stated that the placement decision does not lie with them. For those seeking to lend their voice to the process, they can send e-mails to [email protected], call (858) 583-7238, or mail comments to SAFE Task Force at 9425 Chesapeake Drive, San Diego, CA 92123.

On May 17 at 9:00 a.m., the Superior Court under The Honorable David M. Gill will conduct the hearing to determine the acceptability of Carder's proposed address. Oral comments may also be accepted during the hearing, subject to court ruling. For more details regarding the nature of sexually violent predators, treatment protocols, and release procedures, interested parties can visit either the San Diego County District Attorney's website or the Department of State Hospital's.

Local citizens who wish to understand the role and functions of the SAFE Task Force can find more information through the link provided alongside the Sheriff's Department release. This body is instrumental in managing public safety concerns related to the management and oversight of SVP releases in the community.