The New Jersey State Bar Association applauds the sponsors of A1964/S384, A1770/S385 and A1763/S386, which establishes training programs for judges, judicial personnel, county prosecutors and municipal prosecutors. Any additional training to better and more efficiently work with individuals involved in domestic violence matters will only serve to improve the handling of these matters.
These bills reflect the recommendations contained in the June 2016 Report of the Supreme Court Ad Hoc Committee on Domestic Violence. The Committee was charged with examining the current system and held collaborative sessions with stakeholders in order to make recommendations on the handling of domestic violence matters.
These bills serve an important role in the protection of our citizens from domestic violence and encourages a broader understanding of the needs of these individuals. The NJSBA urges you to vote yes on these bills.