Provides for the election of judges to the Family court within the City of New York
This bill proposes changing how Family Court judges are selected in New York City, shifting the process from appointment to election. Under the new system, judges would be chosen by voters in specific districts within the city's counties rather than being appointed by the mayor. The proposal also sets a ten-year term for these elected judges, aligning their selection method with that of civil court judges while criminal court judges would remain appointed. If passed, the bill would require a constitutional amendment and a public vote to take effect.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Apr 24, 2024
Last action May 20, 2024
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May 20, 2024
Assembly · Referred to committee
OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
Apr 24, 2024
Assembly · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn
DDemocratic
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