Integrated Domestic Violence Court Judge
Hon. Brian D. Burns
Court Staff
Samantha Manee, Resource Coordinator II
193 Main Street
Cooperstown, NY 13326
(607) 322-3146
[email protected]
Description
IDV Courts are specialized Supreme Court Parts developed to better serve families in crisis. Our current court structure often requires domestic violence victims and their families to appear in multiple courts (in front of multiple judges) to address their criminal, family, matrimonial and other legal problems. IDV Courts, by contrast, are dedicated to the idea of "One family - One judge," allowing a single judge to hear related cases involving domestic violence victims and their families. The goal of the court is to change the way the justice system treats families and children by promoting more informed judicial decision-making, creating consistency in orders of protection and reducing court appearances, as well as providing enhanced services to victims and ensuring defendant accountability.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm