Extends statute of limitations for felony family offenses to ten years and misdemeanor family offenses to five years.

The New York State Phoenix Act extends the statute of limitations for felony family offenses to ten years and misdemeanor family offenses to five years. The law aims to allow victims of domestic violence more time to seek justice. It also mandates training for law enforcement on handling family offense incidents in a trauma-informed manner. The act emphasizes the importance of considering cultural backgrounds and unique issues when investigating and responding to domestic violence incidents.

Extends statute of limitations for felony family offenses to ten years and misdemeanor family offenses to five years.

The New York State Phoenix Act extends the statute of limitations for felony family offenses to ten years and misdemeanor family offenses to five years. The law aims to allow victims of domestic violence more time to seek justice. It also mandates training for law enforcement on handling family offense incidents in a trauma-informed manner. The act emphasizes the importance of considering cultural backgrounds and unique issues when investigating and responding to domestic violence incidents.