Alabama HB389 revises domestic violence laws, including definitions, reporting requirements, and penalties.

Alabama HB389 revises domestic violence laws by expanding the definition of "victim" to include children of present household members. It mandates reporting of domestic violence incidents that do not result in arrest and requires agencies to input these reports into the Law Enforcement Tactical System. The bill establishes a temporary holding period and bond requirements for domestic violence arrests. It also increases penalties for domestic violence in the third degree and revises the crime of electronic stalking to include placing an electronic monitoring device on an individual.

Alabama HB389 revises domestic violence laws, including definitions, reporting requirements, and penalties.

Alabama HB389 revises domestic violence laws by expanding the definition of "victim" to include children of present household members. It mandates reporting of domestic violence incidents that do not result in arrest and requires agencies to input these reports into the Law Enforcement Tactical System. The bill establishes a temporary holding period and bond requirements for domestic violence arrests. It also increases penalties for domestic violence in the third degree and revises the crime of electronic stalking to include placing an electronic monitoring device on an individual.