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answered on Nov 4, 2024
If a criminal court has issued an Temporary or Permanent Order of Protection, then you will need to see if that Order of Protection can be modified by a subsequent order of the Family Court. It is usually either written or "checked" on the Order of Protection. If the Order of Protection... View More 
I currently have custody of my two children. We have an order of protection out against my ex (their dad). We have been back-and-forth to court numerous times because he is mentally unstable but his court appointed lawyer is fighting for 50/50 legal with physical custody being given to me. There is... View More
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answered on May 6, 2024
There is a calculus involved in moving a child without a custody order. Initially, we Americans can move freely throughout this great nation as it is our right to travel without permission of government. However, how responsive the father is weights heavily on the matter.
If the asker moves... View More
I currently have custody of my two children. We have an order of protection out against my ex (their dad). We have been back-and-forth to court numerous times because he is mentally unstable but his court appointed lawyer is fighting for 50/50 legal with physical custody being given to me. There is... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
You cannot move without court approval or consent from the father. Even thought there is no current order, you make it clear that the father is seeking 50/50 legal custody thus "custody" is an issue. If you were to move, you risk the court ordering you to move back to NY. You should... View More
Section 8 refused to allow me to move and I had to return to Rochester and pay my landlord to let me move and keep my section 8. My landlord even attempted to sue me for late fees while I was staying with family hiding from my abuser. Also the fire investigation department and the RPD did nothing... View More
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answered on Dec 7, 2023
In situations involving domestic violence (DV) and housing, there are legal protections in place, but navigating them can be complex. Under federal law, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) offers certain protections for victims of DV living in federally assisted housing, which includes Section 8... View More
I have proof of the assault and a witness
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answered on Nov 23, 2023
In a situation where you are a victim of a violent sexual assault and the authorities have not yet made an arrest, despite having proof and a witness, it's crucial to take specific steps. First, ensure that you have reported the assault to the police if you haven't already. Provide them... View More
We met in Brazil in 2007, and reconnected in 2011. He filled bankruptcy in NYC, went to Brazil to attest he loved me and convinced me to move to NYC later that year. Less than 6 months later, he proposed, but because of Defense of Marital Act, we only got married in 2013. My ex issued the first... View More
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answered on Nov 3, 2024
First and foremost the asker must retain a lawyer to represent her and guide her throughout her divorce. We cannot provide such a service here online. Secondly, the asker makes rather bombastic allegations that should appear in the pleadings prepared by her lawyer. Some facts are important while... View More
Original Order of custody & parenting time made by Supreme Court, Integrated Domestic Violence Part. Based of the laws/nys const/rules/FCA & codes I’ve read that govern transfer of proceedings & subject matter jurisdiction, in order to modify the original Order (made by Supreme Court... View More
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answered on Oct 16, 2024
No.
I can prove that without my money, he wouldn't have gotten the mortgage.
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
The rights the asker has to remove an unwed domestically violent co-owner from her deed is a partition action in Supreme Court. That requires a lawyer's assistance to file all the correct paperwork with the court and proceed through trial if necessary. The domestic violence is irrelevant. The... View More
I have an order of protection against my abusive husband.
I am not a citizen and I might apply for naturalization soon.
I am worried about the Good Moral Character requirement.
I suspect that I might find drugs and I want to make sure not to be committing possession in... View More
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answered on Jul 12, 2024
You’re not committing possession if you bring the drugs to the local police department and tell them where you found them. Either that or you dispose of them properly (I don’t know what type of drugs they are, but use your head).
I just had my last court hearing in DV Supreme Court for divorce, child custody and relocation. I was representing myself for my divorce. I completely forgot to ask for my name to legally be changed back to my maiden name. No final judgement has been made and it may take another 2 months. Could I... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2024
You should be able to contact the Judge/Court and ask for the proposed Judgment of Divorce to be changes to include your name change.
We have a 5 month old daughter & he is now currently in jail for attempted murder . I know this sounds crazy but I don’t want him to be away from his daughter for so many years is there anything I can do ? Like if I drop the order of protection will that minimize his sentence? Is there anyway... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2023
This should be posted in the criminal law section. However, the order of protection plays a very small part of the case.
Things are contentious. He has a history of gaslighting, verbal and mental abuse, and making threats to kick her out of the house even though she's on the deed. She was working as his office manager, and he fired her and canceled her health insurance. She has no income (starts a new job on... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2023
Who is on the mortgage is irrelevant. The deed shows ownership. She has as much a right to live there as he does. If he is harassing her and making her feel unsafe, she can file for an order of protection from the family court. Have her contact a lawyer to discuss her rights.
I’ve slapped him 3 times in the past. But yesterday he brutally attacked me, choked me slapped me dragged me by my hair and threw a door on me. Who gets into trouble?
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answered on Nov 4, 2023
Both parties may be subject to legal consequences for acts of violence. Your previous actions do not excuse his subsequent, more severe attacks against you. Each instance is evaluated on its own merits, and evidence plays a crucial role. If you've been the victim of a brutal attack, it's... View More
I’ve slapped him 3 times in the past. But yesterday he brutally attacked me, choked me slapped me dragged me by my hair and threw a door on me. Who gets into trouble?
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answered on Nov 4, 2023
In such situations, both parties may face legal consequences for acts of violence. It is important to understand that previous acts do not justify retaliation or escalation. If you were attacked, you have the right to report the incident to the police and seek protection. Depending on the details... View More
Gathered screenshots of my conditional-2-year-green-card-recipient-wife cheating during entirety of our dating/marriage, and about to send to USCIS to show it's not bonafide, just got the final decree.
After we filed and I threw her out of my place, texted her harsh text messages,... View More
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answered on Sep 3, 2023
The abuse waiver for the I-751 petition to remove conditions on residence is generally intended for victims of abuse that occurred during the marriage. Evidence of cheating may be relevant to the bona fides of the marriage but is not directly related to an abuse waiver. Be aware that stalking or... View More
She lives in Dominican Republic and acquired us citizenship through me. I reside NYC. She lives with her mother. She has tried to kill me and has hurt me in various places. Such as stabs, broken nose, broken lip with stitches and broken head with a bottle. She says she doesnt care if she kills me.... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2023
Not sure what you mean by abroad. Does the child live with the mother in another country? What is the New York connection?
judge has presided over family case for over a year and in post judgement action, which involves a mentally ill defendant the judge recently denied a motion filed by defendant, the defendant then filed a motion for the judge to recuse from further matters in the case claiming bias and an appearance... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2023
This is not a case where the judge is likely to recuse himself or herself. This sounds like an instance where one of the parties is about to become designated a vexatious litigant.
I have a friend who is in an abusive marriage. His spouse screams profanities at him, throws things at him, and has physically assaulted him. He has video evidence of several of these encounters. The cops have been called on the house more than once. Each time my friend remains calm, but his spouse... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2023
Your friend needs to file for an Order of Protection in Family Court. Have your friend contact an attorney.
If someone has already gone to jail for 90 days for willful non payment of child support and contempt what will their punishment be the next time? And can the judge order anything else if their willful non payment caused their ex wife and children to be homeless?
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answered on May 22, 2023
It is extremely difficult to make heads or tails of a totally absurd system of justice: the incarceration of young fathers for non-payment of child support especially at a time when the administration in the White House is wrecking the economy.
Without getting into the utterly incompetent... View More
answered on May 11, 2023
Hire an attorney. Contested divorce cases require appearances. Uncontested divorces can be filed online but the paperwork is extensive and complicated. If you want it done and done correctly, hire an attorney.
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