S.885

New Jersey S885 establishes protections from abusive and controlling litigation for victims of domestic violence.

New Jersey S885 establishes a process for courts to determine if a person is an abusive and controlling litigant. This bill provides additional protections for victims of domestic violence who suffer continued abuse through litigation. "Abusive and controlling litigation" is defined as litigation initiated, advanced, or continued in bad faith for delay, malicious injury, or to harass, intimidate, or maintain contact with the victim. The court can dismiss any matter or deny relief requested in such litigation.