The bill amends K.S.A. 21-5414 to impose stricter penalties and requirements for offenders convicted of domestic battery. It specifically limits or prohibits work release for offenders convicted of a second or third domestic battery offense. Additionally, it mandates that offenders convicted of a first offense undergo a domestic violence offender assessment conducted by a certified batterer intervention program and follow all recommendations made by such program. The bill also modifies the conditions under which offenders can be granted probation, suspension of sentence, or parole, ensuring that they must complete the assessment and adhere to its recommendations.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that for second and third offenses, offenders must serve a minimum of 20 days and 90 days of imprisonment, respectively, before being eligible for probation or parole. The previous provisions allowing for work release after serving a certain number of hours have been removed, reinforcing the seriousness of repeat offenses. The bill aims to enhance the accountability of offenders and provide necessary interventions to prevent future incidents of domestic violence.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-5414
As Amended by House Committee: 21-5414
{As Amended by House Committee of the Whole}: 21-5414