Richard J. Mockler, P.A.
Attorneys at Law
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Domestic Violence Laws
Be sure to visit our Domestic Violence practice page to learn how we can assist you.

We are also pleased to offer you the following resources to help you understand the law governing domestic violence in Florida:

Florida Domestic Relations Statutes

Chapter 741, Florida Statutes

Part I - General Provisions

  • 741.28 - Domestic violence; definitions.
  • 741.281 - Court to order batterers' intervention program attendance.
  • 741.283 - Minimum term of imprisonment for domestic violence.
  • 741.29 - Domestic violence; investigation of incidents; notice to victims of legal rights and remedies; reporting.
  • 741.2901 - Domestic violence cases; prosecutors; legislative intent; investigation; duty of circuits; first appearance.
  • 741.2902 - Domestic violence; legislative intent with respect to judiciary's role.
  • 741.30 - Domestic violence; injunction; powers and duties of court and clerk; petition; notice and hearing; temporary injunction; issuance of injunction; statewide verification system; enforcement.
  • 741.31 - Violation of an injunction for protection against domestic violence.
  • 741.313 - Unlawful action against employees seeking protection.
  • 741.316 - Domestic violence fatality review teams; definition; membership; duties; report by the Department of Law Enforcement.
  • 741.3165 - Certain information exempt from disclosure.
  • 741.32 - Certification of batterers' intervention programs.

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