HI HB1344

Requires courts to order convicted offenders to complete an assessment at a domestic violence program and then complete either a domestic violence intervention or anger management course as determined by the program.

Applies to violations of temporary restraining orders under Section 586-4 and violations of orders for protection under Section 586-11.

Modifies Section 709-906 to require offenders convicted of abuse of family or household members to complete an assessment and intervention or anger management course within a specified time frame.

Maintains existing mandatory minimum jail sentences and fines for violations, with courts unable to suspend mandatory sentences but able to suspend other portions of sentences upon conditions including remaining conviction-free or completing court-ordered assessments.

Takes effect upon approval, with amendments to Section 709-906 exempted from repeal when that section is reenacted on June 30, 2026.