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NY S06385

Requires that court ordered forensic evaluations involving child custody and visitation be a licensed psychologist, social worker or psychiatrist who has completed a training program developed by the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence.


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Introduced
04/26/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Requires that court ordered forensic evaluations involving child custody and visitation be a licensed psychologist, social worker or psychiatrist who has completed a training program developed by the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

AI Summary

This bill requires that court-ordered forensic evaluations involving child custody and visitation be conducted by a licensed psychologist, social worker, or psychiatrist who has completed a training program developed by the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence within the last two years. The training program covers topics such as the dynamics and effects of domestic violence and child abuse, tactics of abuse, and the danger of basing custody decisions on claims of a deficient relationship caused by the other parent. The bill also requires evaluators to notify the court if they no longer meet the training requirement, and for the court to verify the evaluator's certification upon appointment.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

SUBSTITUTED BY A2375C (on 06/01/2022)

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