New York Lawmakers Fear Court May Render Domestic Violence Survivor Law ‘Meaningless’ (The Appeal)

The Appeal, September 3, 2020

NEW YORK LAWMAKERS FEAR COURT MAY RENDER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVOR LAW ‘MEANINGLESS’

They went on to warn that ‘if the trial court’s decision not to apply the DVSJA is upheld, the DVSJA will be rendered effectively meaningless. Indeed, if the trial court’s rationale is affirmed, it may become almost insurmountably difficult for most survivors of domestic violence to gain the intended benefit of the Act.’ Domestic violence advocacy organizations and the New York City Bar Association submitted additional amicus briefs on Addimando’s behalf.

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