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answered on Jan 26, 2017
You can appeal the order if it is timely, i.e., immediately after it's issued by the judge. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website.... View More 
The day after he was arrested she sent me a friends request on social network, making a mockery of this situation, then told her son I threatened her.
answered on Jan 25, 2017
If there is no restraining order preventing her from contacting you, I don't see a problem. Based on your facts, I don't see a case for harassment either, at present. But if you did not threaten her, there may be a case for defamation, though damages may be hard to prove. The best first... View More
My ex has an arrrest warrant in NYC for a domestic dispute. He now resides in NC, can he still be arrested in NC for that warrant?
answered on Jan 25, 2017
Extradition is a possibility. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of... View More
For 4 years she's been in therapy because she chats and shares naked videos with multiple men over the age of 20. She's been on PINS Diversion with zero consequences and she's getting more violent towards me since she is not allowed online or on the phone. she steals internet devices... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2017
You can report her actions to the police for investigation, if you want. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA,... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2017
See my answer to your identical question. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2017
If you filed a motion and then ignored/ wasted the court's time, worst case scenario might include sanctions issued by the court, but I'd guess that that is rare against pro se litigants. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
Contact the court clerk's office to ask this question.
The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY,... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
A statute of limitations problem may be fatal to the case. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
No longer at the premises and was served with order of protection, although intentions were only to protect self from being physical abused and law enforcement was called.
answered on Jan 23, 2017
A lawyer should review the restraining order case and your lease to advise you. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law... View More
The verbal , mental and physical abuse is worse every time . Will he arrested, or sent to anger management??
What will happen to me
answered on Jan 23, 2017
Domestic abuse is a crime: typically a misdemeanor, but possibly a felony depending on the severity of the abuse. As a victim, you can request a restraining order as well. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
If the defendant is in contempt of court orders, you can file a motion for contempt in the same matter that issued the restraining order and support order. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and... View More
My ex and I started our separation Sept 2015 and signed the legal separation papers on March 18, 2016, I am waiting for the judge to sign off on the uncontested divorce. My Ex has been harassing me for the past 9 months, it continues to escalate and he has now included my boyfriend in his... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2017
You might be able to file a restraining order. You can report criminal behavior to the local police. You can find restraining order forms online at the NY Courts website. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
My husband has had a DWI, suicide attempts, ptsd, he has choked,kicked, punched, slapped and held a knife up to me. He has been involved with sex sited sending innapropriate pictures and has cheated on me with over 20 women. He has failed to pay any support since we separated in aug and now I have... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2017
You can file a divorce and file for a restraining order. You can report his attacks to the local police. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice... View More
Ther was a restraing order put between my mother and father. Currently the restraining order was put on my father by my mother. My mother left the house and moved in with her sister to avoid any problems with my father and because my father pays all the bills. However the house is under my... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2017
It depends on the terms of the restraining order. That should be reviewed by a lawyer. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I... View More
On someone that I filed I dot. Want it to go through anymore
answered on Jan 19, 2017
You may be able to file a related motion, but it really depends on the facts of the case. If you brought evidence seeking the order, you presumably did so under penalty of perjury. Careful that you do not perjure yourself. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2017
Yes. Anyone can go to jail if they commit domestic violence (although DV is not in and of itself a crime in NYS), but someone on parole, especially if the underlying offense was a violent one, is much more likely to go to jail/prison.
As an aside, the terms "jail" and... View More
My boyfriend and I were in an argument that caused me to call my mom who has mental health anxiety problems. I also have anxiety problems and she told me to call the police. In my extremely anxious state I exaggerated the situation on the 911 call and then the police added charges that never... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2017
Yes, depending on what county (and as per the CPL of NYS you can definitely get the order modified so that the two of you can be together). Your boyfriend's attorney should also move to suppress the statement as you were not sound of mind (PLUS, IF THE POLICE WROTE IT OUT AND YOU JUST SIGNED... View More
My ex is on purpose not paying the truck note and ruining my credit. Refuses to refinance. What can i do?
answered on Jan 8, 2017
This will depend on what the terms of your judgment of divorce and your separation agreement say about existing loans. You should try to pay off all joint debt prior to settling. It doesn't sound like this was done. Review the terms of your divorce. If your Ex is not complying with regard to... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2016
If the report alleges criminal charges then he would likely be arrested on the new charges. It's also possible that his parole could be revoked.
received email from petioner 11/5/16 re: remval of belongings frm property by 11/6/16. any property not remved by 11/7 would be discrded and or packed and moved to a facility on 11/12.. As of midnight 11/6 no access to premises & belongings.permitted.Petioner is my father & his attrny is my... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2016
You need to file an order to show cause ASAP. Court is closed today. Go Monday morning when it opens.
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