The motion court's finding that defendant is a potential danger to his wife and children is supported by evidence of defendant's threats against plaintiff and by the prior order of protection in favor of plaintiff and against defendant (see, Yvette H. v. Michael G., 270 A.D.2d 123). The court made such finding after having examined the parties over several court appearances, and it is clear that, even without a hearing, the court possessed sufficient information upon which to render an informed decision in the best interests of the children (cf., Matter of Vangas v. Ladas, 259 A.D.2d 755).
THIS CONSTITUTES THE DECISION AND ORDER OF SUPREME COURT, APPELLATE DIVISION, FIRST DEPARTMENT.