AN ACT relating to coercive control.

This bill adds "coercive control" as a recognized form of domestic violence and dating violence under Kentucky law, meaning a person can seek an order of protection based on coercive or controlling behavior, not just physical violence. It also defines "stalking" in the same section of law and requires courts to track data on protection order cases involving coercive control and whether those involved had legal representation. Who it may affect: people experiencing domestic violence or dating violence, family members or unmarried couples seeking orders of protection, and those navigating the courts without a lawyer.

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