Bill > A07952

This bill requires judges, justices, and court clerks who work in criminal courts, family courts, and supreme courts handling matrimonial matters to complete ten hours of domestic violence training every two years. The training program, which must be approved by the chief court administrator, will cover a comprehensive range of topics including the specific needs of victims, the dynamics of domestic violence (including emotional, economic, physical, technological, and sexual abuse), coercive tactics used by abusers, the increased vulnerability of certain populations, relevant legal statutes, the risks of escalating violence, trauma effects, and available community resources. The training will be developed in coordination with federal and state domestic violence prevention organizations and will count towards existing professional training requirements. Similarly, the bill also mandates that law enforcement officers complete ten hours of domestic violence training every two years through programs developed by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. The goal is to improve understanding of domestic violence among judicial and law enforcement professionals, with a focus on victim safety, cultural sensitivity, and comprehensive knowledge of domestic abuse dynamics.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7952