House Bill No. by Representative Boyd amends the existing law regarding domestic abuse battery, specifically focusing on cases where a minor child aged thirteen years or younger is present during the commission of the offense. The bill introduces the "Domestic Abuse Child Endangerment Law," which stipulates that if a minor is present, the offender will face an enhanced penalty of imprisonment at hard labor for a minimum of three years and a maximum of six years. This replaces the previous provision that allowed for a maximum of three years of hard labor.

The proposed changes reflect a significant increase in the penalties for domestic abuse battery in the presence of a child, aiming to provide stronger protection for minors and deter such offenses. The bill retains the existing framework of the law while enhancing the consequences for offenders who commit domestic abuse in the presence of children.

Statutes affected:
HB275 Original: 14:3(I)