Office Info
Presiding D.V. Court Judge
Hon. Peter F. Finnerty
Case Manager
Kelsey Goodwin
Hazlett Building, 4th floor
203 Lake Street
Elmira, NY 14901
Cell 607-742-9048
Office 607-873-9474
Fax 646-963-6434
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Elmira City Domestic Violence Court is to ensure fair and equitable treatment in the criminal justice system for persons affected by domestic violence through creating an environment of accountability that inspires change at the individual level, reduces recidivism and increases overall public safety.
Overview
The Elmira City DV Court handles cases involving intimate partners (past or present) and features a dedicated judge and court staff with specialized training on issues that uniquely impact domestic violence cases. The Elmira City DV Court provides consistent monitoring and judicial supervision to enhance offender accountability, while employing court efficiency, informed judicial decision-making, and a comprehensive approach to case resolution.
The Elmira City DV Court is dedicated to encouraging individuals to lead healthier lives through scheduled compliance appearances, referrals to domestic violence and anger management classes with attendance verification, issuance of orders of protection, and collaboration and coordination with probation and community-based services. Victim support and resources are also provided through on-site victim support services and advocates.
If you are experiencing a crisis or are in an emergency situation, contact 911 or 988 immediately.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 518-791-1544
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255
Emergency Shelter: Catholic Charities 24-hr hotline 607-732-5954
Chemung County Mobile Crisis Team: 607-442-6900