The bill amends section 741.31 of the Florida Statutes to enhance penalties for individuals who violate injunctions or foreign protection orders related to domestic violence. Specifically, it establishes that a person who has one prior conviction for any assault, battery, or violation of an injunction or foreign protection order against the same victim will commit a felony of the third degree if they subsequently violate an injunction or foreign protection order. This change reduces the number of prior convictions required for the felony charge from two to one.

Additionally, the bill mandates a minimum sentence of 10 days in county jail for each violation of this provision. The definition of "conviction" is clarified to include any determination of guilt resulting from a plea or trial, regardless of whether adjudication is withheld or a plea of nolo contendere is entered. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 643 Filed: 741.31