N.Y. Family Court Act § 822: Person who may originate proceedings

§ 822. Person who may originate proceedings. (a) Any person in the

relation to the respondent of spouse, or former spouse, parent, child,

or member of the same family or household;

(b) A duly authorized agency, association, society, or institution;

(c) A peace officer, acting pursuant to his special duties, or a

police officer;

(d) A person on the court's own motion.