This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding domestic violence and court orders. Under the new provisions, a judicial officer would be required to impose electronic monitoring as a condition of release for defendants charged with felony offenses involving domestic violence that result in physical harm to another person. Additionally, the bill allows courts to mandate that defendants provide identifying information to plaintiffs if there is a prior history of harm and reasonable cause to believe that physical harm could result without this information. This information may include the defendant's residence, place of employment, or vehicle details.

Furthermore, the bill modifies existing language regarding orders of protection, specifically allowing for modifications related to parenting time orders for common children, provided that such modifications are in the best interest of the child. It also clarifies that no fees may be charged for filing appeals related to these orders. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the safety of victims of domestic violence by ensuring stricter conditions for defendants and improving the enforcement of protective measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3602, 13-3967, 13-3601, 13-2910, 41-1661, 13-2810, 13-3883, 13-3903, 22-425
Senate Engrossed Version: 13-3602, 13-3967, 25-403.03, 13-3601, 13-2910, 41-1661, 13-2810, 13-3883, 13-3903, 22-425, 13-706, 13-3407, 13-3407.01, 13-3968, 13-4406, 13-3212, 13-610, 8-327, 13-501
House Engrossed Version: 13-3602, 13-3967, 13-3601, 13-2910, 41-1661, 13-2810, 13-3883, 13-3903, 22-425
Chaptered Version: 13-3602, 13-3967, 13-3601, 13-2910, 41-1661, 13-2810, 13-3883, 13-3903, 22-425