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Empire Justice Memo of Support: Prohibit and Protect Domestic Violence Victims from Being Charged with Violating Orders of Protection Issued on their Behalf
Holding someone other than the enjoined party liable for violation of the order of protection not only offends the most fundamental due process guarantees of notice and the opportunity to be heard, but also state law prohibitions against the issuance of mutual orders of protection absent proper jurisdiction. Read More

Empire Justice Memo of Support: Provide Victims of Domestic Violence with Improved Access to Health Insurance-Related Confidentiality Protections
Domestic violence victims have reported that abusers have both become privy to sensitive medical treatment information, and have discovered their safe locations through health insurance-related correspondence, billing, and claim information- especially in cases where the abuser is the primary policy holder. Read More

Legislative Memo: Provide Meaningful Access to Justice for Victims of Workplace Violence
This legislation recognizes and addresses the fact that intimate partner violence does not stay within the four walls of the home. Frequently, it extends into all areas of society, including the workplace. Read More