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Panel unanimously advances bill to recognize military protective orders in civilian proceedings
Summary
Representative Lauer told the Judiciary committee HB12‑86 would allow courts to consider active military protective orders and permit ex parte orders based on evidence; the committee approved the bill 10–0.
Representative Lauer presented House Bill 12‑86 to the Judiciary committee, saying the measure would allow civilian courts to consider active military protective orders when deciding protection orders and would permit issuance of ex parte orders where supported by evidence. The bill also incorporates recognition of Canadian protective orders as advised by the Uniform Law Commission.
Lauer described the change as a straightforward measure to better protect victims of domestic abuse and interpersonal violence and said it aligns with Department of Defense priorities. Senator Taylor asked why the change was necessary; Lauer said courts in some instances had been unable to consider protective orders from military processes without explicit statutory guidance. The committee had no further questions and approved the bill by unanimous roll call.
