Verified by Licensed Bail Bond Professionals•Last updated: March 2026
Definition: The criminal offense of willfully violating a court-issued injunction (restraining order). A first violation is a first-degree misdemeanor; two or more prior violations elevates it to a third-degree felony.
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 741.31 · Source: Florida Legislature
Florida Statute 741.31"A person who willfully violates an injunction for protection against domestic violence... by refusing to vacate the dwelling, going to the petitioner's residence, workplace... or committing an act of domestic violence, commits a misdemeanor of the first degree."
What Constitutes a Violation
- Going within the restricted distance of the protected person
- Making contact (calls, texts, emails, social media)
- Having a third party contact the protected person on your behalf
- Refusing to vacate a shared dwelling
- Going to the petitioner's workplace
Bail
1st offense: $2,500–$5,000. 3rd degree felony (repeat): $5,000–$15,000. Judge may also modify or revoke existing bail.