Legislation was signed by New York’s governor last week that will expand protections in domestic violence cases in criminal and family courts. The bill, known as “Melanie’s Law,” recognizes that domestic violence impacts a domestic violence victims’ family and other household members, who also deserve legal safeguards. Under this legislation, Governor Kathy Hochul says all family and household members will be afforded the same processes in court, including the ability to obtain an order of protection…
Rockland State Senator Bill Weber of the 38th District says he voted for the bill…
“Melanie’s Law” was named for 29 year-old Melanie Chianese, who was killed two years ago in Dutchess County by her mother’s abusive ex-boyfriend, who is serving life without parole.