The bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-3107 to enhance the provisions related to protection orders under the Protection from Abuse Act. 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 until jurisdiction is terminated. The bill also clarifies the conditions under which a protection order can be modified, emphasizing that any inconsistent orders must reference the protection from abuse order and be specific in their terms.

Additionally, the bill outlines the circumstances under which a protection order can be extended, including provisions for extending the order for up to the lifetime of the defendant if certain conditions are met, such as violations of previous orders or felony convictions. The bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-3107, thereby consolidating and updating the legal framework governing protection orders to better serve the needs of plaintiffs and minor children involved in abuse cases.

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