The need for uniformity in the availability and dissemination of child custody forensic reports has long been discussed among matrimonial attorneys given the widespread inconsistency among judges in our Supreme and Family courts on this issue. It is then heartening to see that legislation has been offered which seeks consistency, permits discovery and provides penalties for violation of any restrictions on dissemination placed by the court.
Alton L. Abramowitz’s detailed discussion of this legislation, which has been proposed by Assemblywoman Helene Weinstein, offers many reasons why the time is long overdue for this legislation. (“Legislative Effort Over Disclosing Forensic Reports,” NYLJ, Jan. 31). While the bill needs adjustments and tweaks (as most do) it is an excellent place to start.
