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Orders of Protection in New York Family Court
Overview
An Order of Protection is a civil court order meant to stop violence, threats, or harassment within specific family or intimate relationships.
In New York, Family Court handles these cases under Article 8 of the Family Court Act (FCA) — often called “Family Offense” proceedings.
|⚖️ This is general information, not legal advice. For guidance about your situation, consult an attorney.|
What a Family Court Order of Protection Can Do (FCA §842)
An Order of Protection may include conditions such as:
- Stay away from your home, workplace, or school
- Refrain from harassment, intimidation, threats, or abuse
- No contact by phone, text, email, or social media
- Temporary custody/visitation arrangements and temporary child support
- Firearm surrender and restrictions
- Protection for companion animals
- Program requirements, such as batterer intervention or counseling
- Medical expenses reimbursement for injuries caused
Who Can Petition (FCA §812(1))
You must have a qualifying domestic relationship with the respondent, such as:
- Current or former spouses
- People related by blood or marriage
- People with a child in common
- People in an intimate relationship (more than a casual acquaintance; sexual relationship not required).
The court looks at the nature, frequency, and duration of the relationship to decide if it’s “intimate.”
How to Get an Order of Protection (Family Court Process)
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