Murder of Melanie brings expanded access to restraining orders
3 days ago · Chianese, 29, was killed by her mother’s ex-boyfriend, Paul Senecal, on May 29, 2022 at the home Melanie shared with her young son and her mother, Cheryl. The breaking coverage of Melanie’s ...
Hochul signs 'Melanie's Law' to close NY legal loophole after …
3 days ago · The law’s namesake — Melanie Chianese, 29 — was murdered in 2022 by the abusive ex-boyfriend of her mother Cheryl Chianese-Cavalli, who had requested orders of protection for herself and her ...
Convicted Dutchess County killer sentenced to life without parole
Apr 10, 2023 · Almost one year has gone by since 29-year-old Melanie Chianese was viciously stabbed to death by her mother’s ex-boyfriend. On Monday, her killer, Paul Senecal, seemed to cry and apologized in Dutchess County Court before he was sentenced for first-degree murder. MORE: Dutchess County man convicted of murdering daughter of his ex-girlfriend.
New Law After Mom Of Non-Verbal Child Murdered In Hudson …
2 days ago · Melanie's Law is named after Dutchess County resident Melanie Chianese, who was murdered by her mother's ex-boyfriend in Wappingers Falls in 2022. ... For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing make sure to follow Hudson Valley Post on Facebook, download the Hudson Valley Post Mobile . Senecal was Melanie's mother's ex-boyfriend.
'It was bittersweet.' Dutchess County mother hopes newly signed ...
3 days ago · Melanie’s Law is named in memory of Melanie Chianese, a 29-year-old mother who was murdered by her mother’s ex-boyfriend. At the time, a protective order was in effect for Melanie‘s mother ...
Melanie’s Law, Sponsored by Senator Hinchey, Signed into Law
4 days ago · Melanie’s Law is named in memory of Melanie Chianese, a 29-year-old mother from Dutchess County who was tragically murdered by her mother's ex-boyfriend. At the time, a protective order was issued for Melanie’s mother, but it did not extend to Melanie, exposing a critical gap in criminal procedure law and the Family Court Act.
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Expanding Legal Protections in ...
4 days ago · Melanie’s mother, Cheryl Chianese-Cavalli, was able to get orders of protection for herself and Melanie’s four-year-old son, but Melanie was ineligible because she was 29. Governor Hochul was joined at the signing by Melanie’s mother. Melanie’s Law recognizes the importance of protecting those close to a victim, as in many cases, those ...
Hochul signs "Melanie's Law" to expand protections for domestic ...
3 days ago · “Melanie’s Law” is named after Melanie Chianese, a Wappingers Falls woman who was stabbed to death by her mother’s ex-boyfriend, Paul Senecal, in 2022. Chianese and her son both lived with ...
Convicted Dutchess County killer sentenced to life without parole - News …
Apr 10, 2023 · Almost one year has gone by since 29-year-old Melanie Chianese was viciously stabbed to death by her mother’s ex-boyfriend. On Monday, her killer, Paul Senecal, seemed to cry and apologized in Dutchess County Court before he was sentenced for first-degree murder. MORE: Dutchess County man convicted of murdering daughter of his ex-girlfriend.
Hochul signs 'Melanie's Law,' other domestic violence bill - Spectrum News
3 days ago · Melanie’s mother was able to get orders of protection for herself and Melanie’s four-year-old son, but Melanie was ineligible because she was 29. “Melanie Chianese should be standing with us today, along with countless New Yorkers lost at the hands of senseless and preventable acts of domestic violence,” Hochul said in a statement.