During New York Criminal Court arraignment – the first appearance on a case – judges issue full temporary orders of protection (TOPs) as a matter of course on nearly every case if there is a complainant. These orders exclude people from their homes and jobs, which has immense consequences for the most marginalized New Yorkers, including young people, criminalized survivors of violence, non-citizens, and people with limited resources that become homeless. To correct this inequity, the NYCLU urges the legislature to pass the PromPT Stability Act.

Sponsors

Ramos, Quart

Status

Active

Bill number

Position

Support