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FL S0804

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/1/2015

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Abruzzo

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Enhances criminal penalties for third or subsequent violations of a domestic violence protection injunction or foreign protection order
  • A person with two or more prior convictions who commits a third or subsequent violation commits a felony of the third degree, punishable under Florida Statutes sections 775.082, 775.083, or 775.084
  • Defines "conviction" for purposes of this statute as any determination of guilt resulting from a plea or trial, regardless of whether adjudication is withheld or a nolo contendere plea is entered
  • First and second violations remain misdemeanors of the first degree, punishable under existing Florida law
  • Takes effect October 1, 2015

Legislative Description

Violation of an Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence

Last Action

Died in Appropriations Subcommittee on Criminal and Civil Justice

5/1/2015

Committee Referrals

Appropriations Subcommittee on Criminal and Civil Justice3/31/2015
Criminal Justice2/13/2015

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