N.Y. Fam. Ct. Act § 822

§ 822. Person who may originate proceedings. (a) Any person in the\nrelation to the respondent of spouse, or former spouse, parent, child,\nor member of the same family or household;\n (b) A duly authorized agency, association, society, or institution;\n (c) A peace officer, acting pursuant to his special duties, or a\npolice officer;\n (d) A person on the court's own motion.\n