FL H1385

Requires courts to order defendants convicted of domestic violence to complete a batterers' intervention program as a condition of probation, with discretion to waive only if the court states reasons on the record.

Increases minimum jail sentences for domestic violence offenses: 10 days for first offense, 15 days for second, and 20 days for third or subsequent offense (changed from 5 days minimum).

Provides enhanced minimum sentences (15, 20, and 30 days respectively) when domestic violence occurs in the presence of a child under 16 years of age who is a family or household member.

Prohibits courts from awarding attorney fees in any domestic violence injunction proceedings.

Prohibits courts from withholding adjudication of guilt for third-degree felony domestic violence offenses, except when the state attorney requests in writing or the court makes written findings justifying withholding based on specific circumstances.

Effective date: October 1, 2017.