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Chair asks if officers are trained to explain protections; McKenzie cites attorney training

New York City Council · Oct 26, 2026 · starts 1:01:39 · 28 sec

Brooks-Powers asks whether officers are adequately trained to explain statutory protections and governance statements during intake. McKenzie says training includes legal aspects taught by attorneys.

Wayne McKenzie

As an example, 1104 refers to PSIs.

Wayne McKenzie

And PSIs is something that's a phrase that's used in the adult context, but not in the family court context.

Wayne McKenzie

And so we really look forward to working with you and your team to better align this bill.

Wayne McKenzie

Because as the commissioner says, it has our support.