Extends the chief administrator of the courts' authority to allow referees to determine applications for orders of protection.

New York Assembly Bill A08785 amends the judiciary law to extend the chief administrator of the courts' authority. This authority allows referees to determine certain applications to a family court for an order of protection during the hours family court is in session. The bill takes effect immediately, with a specific provision expiring on September 1, 2027.

Extends the chief administrator of the courts' authority to allow referees to determine applications for orders of protection.

New York Assembly Bill A08785 amends the judiciary law to extend the chief administrator of the courts' authority. This authority allows referees to determine certain applications to a family court for an order of protection during the hours family court is in session. The bill takes effect immediately, with a specific provision expiring on September 1, 2027.