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How to Get an Order of Protection in NYC: A Casual Guide
An order of protection is a court order that tells someone to stay away from you. It can also order them to give up their weapons, or to stop harassing or stalking you. If you are in danger, or if you have been the victim of domestic violence, stalking, or harassment, you can get an order of protection.
What to do if you need an order of protection in NYC?
- Call the police. If you are in immediate danger, call the police at 911. They can help you get to a safe place and file a report.
- Go to the nearest family court. You can find the nearest family court by calling 311. You will need to bring a copy of your police report with you.
- Fill out an application for an order of protection. The court will give you an application to fill out. You will need to describe the abuse that you have suffered.
- Appear at your court hearing. The court will schedule a hearing to decide whether or not to grant you an order of protection. You will need to appear at the hearing and testify about the abuse.
What to expect at your court hearing?
The judge will ask you questions about the abuse that you have suffered. You will also have a chance to tell the judge why you need an order of protection. If the judge grants you an order of protection, it will be served on the abuser. The abuser will then have a chance to contest the order at a later hearing.
What does an order of protection do?
An order of protection can order the abuser to:
- Stay away from you.
- Give up their weapons.
- Stop harassing or stalking you.
- Pay child support.
- Pay spousal support.
- Relinquish custody of your children.
How long does an order of protection last?
Orders of protection can last for up to one year. However, they can be extended for longer periods of time.
How to enforce an order of protection?
If the abuser violates the order of protection, you can call the police. The police can arrest the abuser and bring them to court.
Related FAQs
- How to get an order of protection if you are not a victim of domestic violence? You can still get an order of protection if you are not a victim of domestic violence. However, you will need to prove that you have been harassed or stalked.
- How to get an order of protection if you are not a resident of NYC? If you are not a resident of NYC, you can still get an order of protection. However, you will need to prove that the abuse occurred in NYC.
- How to get an order of protection if you are afraid to go to court? There are resources available to help you get an order of protection if you are afraid to go to court. You can contact the Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for more information.
- How to get an order of protection if you are a victim of online harassment? You can get an order of protection if you are a victim of online harassment. However, you will need to prove that the harassment has caused you emotional distress.
- How to get an order of protection if you are a victim of workplace harassment? You can get an order of protection if you are a victim of workplace harassment. However, you will need to prove that the harassment has created a hostile work environment.
I hope this post has been helpful. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.
Please note: This post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you are in danger, please call the police at 911.
Additional Tips
- Document everything. Keep a diary of the abuse and save any evidence, such as text messages or emails.
- Get support. Talk to a friend, family member, or therapist about what you are going through.
- Know your rights. Learn about your rights and the legal process.
I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.