Relating to Abuse Prevention Program

Summary

The bill establishes a Family Protection Services Board that will license and oversee abuse‑intervention, domestic‑violence, and monitored‑parenting programs, setting standards, funding formulas, and closure procedures. It also defines when a defendant may receive a deferred‑adjudication plea and what conditions apply. The changes aim to improve services for victims, hold perpetrators accountable, and provide a structured alternative to traditional sentencing for eligible offenders.

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