Bill > A4400

This bill establishes a third-degree crime for certain trespasses involving a victim of domestic violence. Specifically, the bill provides that a person commits a third-degree crime if they intend to cause annoyance or injury or commit a crime by entering the dwelling of a victim of domestic violence who is protected by a restraining order against the actor. The bill creates a rebuttable presumption that the person intended to cause annoyance or injury or commit a crime if a domestic violence restraining order is in place or if the actor has been convicted of or charged with a domestic violence incident involving the victim. Additionally, the bill specifies that the presumption of non-incarceration shall not apply to persons convicted under this provision, meaning they are more likely to face imprisonment.

Justice