The purpose of a restraining order is to prevent an accused person from committing future acts of violence against an alleged victim. …
Criminal Defense & Family Law
Juvenile Interrogation: Protect Your Child
You arrive at the police station. A detective asks for permission to speak with your child. Your answer must be, “No.” Don’t ever consent to juvenile interrogation.
What Is Domestic Violence?
There is no single crime called “domestic violence” in New York. Domestic violence is a category of crimes, known as “family offenses” that occur between “members of the same family or household”. …
Orders of Protection in NYC
Orders of protection are issued by criminal courts, Family Court, and divorce courts. This practical guide explains the nuts and bolts of orders of protection. …
8 Features of NY’s Raise the Age Law
A law passed in 2017 raises the age of criminal responsibility in New York from 16 to 18. There are many important features of this law …
10 Ways to Get Caught Violating an Order of Protection
You’re tempted to treat the order of protection as a suggestion, rather than a command that has the force of law behind it – even though the Court also gave you this command orally and in writing. …