Rhode Island H8080 would classify third and subsequent domestic violence offenses as felonies.

Rhode Island H8080 amends the Domestic Violence Prevention Act to classify third and subsequent domestic violence offenses as felonies, with imprisonment terms ranging from one to ten years. The bill also mandates that defendants attend a batterer's intervention program, with exceptions for servicemembers and veterans who can complete court-approved counseling programs. Additionally, it requires defendants to pay a $125 assessment, with 80% of the funds going to the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence and 20% deposited as general revenue. The bill takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island H8080 would classify third and subsequent domestic violence offenses as felonies.

Rhode Island H8080 amends the Domestic Violence Prevention Act to classify third and subsequent domestic violence offenses as felonies, with imprisonment terms ranging from one to ten years. The bill also mandates that defendants attend a batterer's intervention program, with exceptions for servicemembers and veterans who can complete court-approved counseling programs. Additionally, it requires defendants to pay a $125 assessment, with 80% of the funds going to the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence and 20% deposited as general revenue. The bill takes effect upon passage.