FL H0397

Creates new first-degree misdemeanor offense for willfully violating pretrial release conditions when the underlying charge is a violent crime, including murder, manslaughter, assault, battery, stalking, kidnapping, sexual battery, robbery, or any felony involving physical force or violence

Elevates the violation to a third-degree felony for a second or subsequent offense

Requires mandatory custody until first appearance hearing for anyone arrested for violating pretrial release conditions or committing a new offense while on pretrial release for a specified violent crime

Courts must prioritize victim and public safety when deciding detention or release, considering factors such as severity of the underlying offense, compliance history, and evidence of intent to intimidate or harm

Authorizes warrantless arrests based on probable cause for pretrial release violations and provides civil liability immunity for law enforcement officers making such arrests