New York A06556 amends the civil practice law to include evidence of recent acts of aggravated cruelty to animals as a factor in determining grounds.

New York A06556 amends the civil practice law and rules to include consideration of evidence of recent acts of aggravated cruelty to animals when determining whether grounds for a temporary extreme risk protection order exist. This bill adds to the factors a court must consider, which already include threats or acts of violence, violations of orders of protection, and other relevant acts. The definition of "recent" acts is specified as those occurring within six months prior to the date the petition was filed.

New York A06556 amends the civil practice law to include evidence of recent acts of aggravated cruelty to animals as a factor in determining grounds.

New York A06556 amends the civil practice law and rules to include consideration of evidence of recent acts of aggravated cruelty to animals when determining whether grounds for a temporary extreme risk protection order exist. This bill adds to the factors a court must consider, which already include threats or acts of violence, violations of orders of protection, and other relevant acts. The definition of "recent" acts is specified as those occurring within six months prior to the date the petition was filed.