Bill > S08236

This bill extends the existing authority of the chief administrator of the courts to allow referees to determine applications for orders of protection in family court, specifically by changing the expiration date of this authorization from September 1, 2025 to September 1, 2027. A referee in this context is a legal professional appointed by the court to hear and make recommendations on certain types of cases, in this instance specifically handling applications for orders of protection during family court hours. The bill represents a two-year extension of a previously established legal provision that allows these court-appointed referees to process and decide on order of protection applications, which can be critical in situations involving domestic violence or family disputes. By extending the sunset date, the legislation ensures that this administrative flexibility for the court system remains in place, potentially helping to streamline the processing of protective order applications and reduce delays in the family court system.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8236