SB283 Summary

• Clarifies definitions of domestic violence offenses including "dating relationship" (romantic or intimate relationship with expectation of affectionate or sexual involvement) and "household member" (excluding non-romantic or non-intimate co-residents).

• Establishes minimum imprisonment sentences: 1 year for first-degree domestic violence, 6 months for second-degree, 30 days for third-degree, with doubled sentences if offense committed in presence of child under 14 or in violation of protection order.

• Creates new felony offense of domestic violence by strangulation or suffocation (Class B felony) with specific definitions of intentional asphyxia methods.

• Requires $50 additional fine for violation of domestic violence protection orders to fund Domestic Violence Trust Fund; increases penalties for repeat violations (second violation minimum 30 days, third or subsequent violation becomes Class C felony).

• Mandates law enforcement arrest procedures, bail restrictions within 24-48 hours, and requirements for service of protection orders and victim notification within 24 hours; establishes automated notification system for victims of order service.