Otsego Otsego Integrated Domestic Violence Court

Overview

IDV Courts are specialized Supreme Court Parts developed to better serve families in crisis. IDV Courts 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.