Bill > S08176

This bill modifies two sections of the New York Family Court Act related to appeals and objections in family court cases, primarily focusing on time limits and service requirements. Specifically, the bill expands the methods of order transmission to include electronic transmission, which allows parties more flexibility in receiving court documents. For support magistrate determinations, the bill changes the time frame for filing objections to 30 days after receiving the order in court or by personal service, or 35 days after mailing or electronic transmission. The bill also adjusts service requirements, now mandating that objections and rebuttals must be served by a non-party over 18 years old, and extends the judge's review period for objections from 15 to 35 days. Additionally, the bill modifies the appeal time limits in family court cases, allowing appeals to be filed within 30 days of service, 30 days of receiving the order in court, or 35 days from the mailing or electronic transmission of the order, whichever is earliest. The legislation will take effect 120 days after becoming law, providing time for courts and legal practitioners to adapt to the new requirements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8176