KS HB2192

First-time domestic battery offenders must undergo a domestic violence offender assessment by a certified batterer intervention program as a condition of probation, parole, or any release, unless the court orders otherwise

Second-time domestic battery offenders (within 5 years) must serve at least 45 consecutive days' imprisonment before eligibility for probation, parole, or release, and may only participate in work release after serving 45 days if they return to confinement each day

Third-time domestic battery offenders (within 5 years) must serve at least 90 consecutive days' imprisonment and are prohibited from participating in work release programs

Offenders who refuse to complete the required domestic violence offender assessment and follow program recommendations must serve 180 days to one year imprisonment

Amends K.S.A. 21-5414 with an effective date upon publication in the Kansas Register