Paul Matthews

Orders of protection are legal documents intended to protect victims of abuse or harassment from further harm. They can be issued by both criminal and family courts, and typically prohibit the respondent from having any contact with the petitioner, including physical proximity, phone calls, emails, and social media interactions. In some cases, they may also …

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This article is intended to give general information only about New York Law, and is not intended to provide actual legal advice. For legal advice you must have a full consultation with a licensed New York State attorney who has experience handling order of protection cases. Filing an Order of Protection in New York Family …

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An order of protection, also known as a restraining order , or “protection order”, is a court order that is intended to protect someone from harm,  danger of harm, or harassment by another person. In New York, family courts have jurisdiction over cases of domestic violence, including orders of protection. This article will provide guidance for petitioners …

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Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects millions of people in the United States each year. While the severity and prevalence of domestic violence varies across the country, New York City, is one of the places that has made significant strides in addressing this problem. Domestic violence shelters in New York City offer critical …

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