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RI H8080
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kathleen Fogarty
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AI Summary
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Third or subsequent domestic violence misdemeanor offense becomes a felony when counting both prior felony and misdemeanor convictions, punishable by 1-10 years imprisonment
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Second domestic violence misdemeanor offense requires minimum 10 days imprisonment (up to one year), also counting both prior felony and misdemeanor convictions
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Mandatory jail sentences under these enhanced penalties cannot be suspended by the court
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Clarifies that prior felony convictions count toward the offense tally for determining enhanced misdemeanor penalties, not just prior misdemeanors
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Provides that a defendant's third and subsequent violation of domestic violence offenses, including both prior felony and misdemeanor convictions, would be punishable as a felony.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/12/2026