PA HB1419

Establishes escalating criminal penalties for violating protection from abuse orders based on number of prior contempt findings: first offense is a misdemeanor, second offense is a third-degree misdemeanor, third offense is a second-degree misdemeanor, and fourth or subsequent offense is a first-degree misdemeanor

Imposes a mandatory minimum fine of $500 for defendants with one or more prior contempt findings under this chapter

Denies the right to a jury trial for first-time contempt charges, while preserving the defendant's right to counsel

Requires minimum fines to supplement rather than replace existing funding sources for protection from abuse programs

Takes effect 60 days after enactment