§ 9720.8. Sentencing for offenses involving domestic violence in the presence of a minor.

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(a)Sentencing enhancement.-- The Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing, in accordance with section 2154 (relating to adoption of guidelines for sentencing), shall provide for a sentence enhancement within its guidelines for an offense under 18 Pa.C.S. § 2701 (relating to simple assault) or 2702 (relating to aggravated assault), specifying variations from the range of sentences applicable based on such aggravating circumstances as the assault was committed against a family or household member and the defendant knew the crime was witnessed, either through sight or sound, by a minor who is also a family or household member of the defendant or the victim.

(b)Definitions.-- As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Family or household member." The term shall have the same meaning as "family or household members" under 23 Pa.C.S. § 6102 (relating to definitions).

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(Oct. 24, 2018, P.L.1145, No.157, eff. 60 days)

2018 Amendment. Act 157 added section 9720.8.

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SUBCHAPTER C

SENTENCING ALTERNATIVES

Sec.

9721. Sentencing generally.

9722. Order of probation.

9723. Determination of guilt without further penalty.

9724. Partial confinement.

9725. Total confinement.

9726. Fine.

9727. Disposition of persons found guilty but mentally ill.

9728. Collection of restitution, reparation, fees, costs, fines and penalties.

9729. Intermediate punishment (Repealed).

9730. Payment of court costs, restitution and fines.

9730.1. Collection of court costs, restitution and fines by private collection agency.

9730.2. Sentence of community service.

9730.3. Counseling services for victims of sexual abuse (Repealed).

42c9721s