The bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-3107 to enhance the provisions related to protection orders under the Protection from Abuse Act in Kansas. Key changes include the establishment of precedence for child-related orders issued under this act, ensuring that any legal custody or parenting time orders from the revised Kansas code for care of children or juvenile justice code take precedence over those issued under the Protection from Abuse Act. The bill also clarifies the conditions under which a protection order can be modified, emphasizing that such modifications can only occur through a final order after a hearing or agreement of the parties involved.

Additionally, the bill specifies that protective orders or consent agreements will remain in effect for a fixed period of one to two years, with the possibility of extension upon the plaintiff's motion. It also outlines the consequences of violating these orders, which may include criminal charges such as assault or trespass. The existing section of K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-3107 is repealed, and the new provisions are set to take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 60-3107, 21-5414, 21-5924
As Amended by House Committee: 60-3107, 21-5414, 21-5924
Enrolled: 60-3107, 21-5414