N.Y. Mental Hygiene Law § 83.13: Significant connection factors

§ 83.13 Significant connection factors.

In determining under section 83.17 and subdivision (e) of section

83.31 of this article whether a respondent has a significant connection

with a particular state, the court shall consider:

(a) the location of the respondent's family and other persons required

to be notified of the proceeding;

(b) the length of time the respondent at any time was physically

present in the state and the duration of any absence;

(c) the location of the respondent's property; and

(d) the extent to which the respondent has ties to the state such as

voting registration, state or local tax return filing, vehicle

registration, driver's license, social relationship, and receipt of

services.