Lavine Urges Review of Procedures Following Medical Emergency During Bar Exam

GLEN COVE, NEW YORK – Assemblymember Charles Lavine (D-North Shore) has sent a letter to the New York State Board of Law Examiners after a test taker suffered a medical emergency during a bar exam. Lavine, who serves as Chair of the Assembly Judiciary Committee, expressed his “deep concern” over the incident that took place at Hofstra University. Lavine noted “the response to the situation appeared disorganized, delayed, and lacking in clear protocol” and urged a thorough review of the matter to prevent any recurrence.

The full content of the letter is attached.

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Assemblymember Charles Lavine represents New York’s 13th Assembly District in Nassau County. He presently serves as Chair of the Judiciary Committee and is a member of the Committees on Codes, Ethics and Guidance, Insurance and Rules. Lavine previously served as Chair of the Election Law Committee, Chair of the Committee on Ethics and Guidance, co-Chair of the New York State Legislative Ethics Commission, and as Chair of the bipartisan Taskforce that produced the Assembly Speaker’s Policy on Sexual Harassment, Retaliation and Discrimination. Lavine is also President of the New York Chapter of the National Association of Jewish Legislators and a member of its National Board of Directors.