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NY A01909

NY A01909
Relates to duration of orders of protection in cases involving domestic violence.


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Introduced
01/11/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the family court act, the domestic relations law and the criminal procedure law, in relation to orders of protection in cases involving domestic violence

AI Summary

This bill amends the Family Court Act, the Domestic Relations Law, and the Criminal Procedure Law to require that in cases involving domestic violence, an order of protection shall be observed by the petitioner or respondent for a period of no less than five years. The bill also extends the minimum duration of orders of protection in felony convictions from 8 years to 10 years, and in class A misdemeanor convictions from 5 years to 10 years. These changes aim to provide greater protection for victims of domestic violence.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

referred to judiciary (on 01/05/2022)

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