I don't know if it should be mandatory, but certainly the court should definitely be given the power to order it so that we don't end up in a situation like the one we're in right now, where some lawyers are discouraging their clients from accepting that assessment. I think it provides much more insight and makes it possible to determine the possible release conditions and whether release is desirable.
The assessment enables us to know who we're dealing with and gives us a better perspective beyond simply noting that we're dealing with an offence. It's appropriate to consider the circumstances and context in which the offence was committed, as well as the temperament of the person who committed it. It enables us to continue using discretionary measures to adapt to each situation.