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Do you feel fearful for your safety due to another person’s stalking,
abusive, or threatening acts? Are you a victim of domestic violence? You
may be able to seek protection by pursuing a restraining order against
the offending party. Legally known as an order of protection, a restraining
order is issued by the court to limit the behavior of someone who harms
or threatens to harm another person. Orders of protection can be used
to address a variety of safety issues, including domestic abuse, family
disputes, and harassment from another party. If you are in need of a restraining
order, or if you believe someone has wrongfully sought a restraining order
against you, the knowledgeable Dutchess County attorneys dedicated to
family law at the Law Office of Dennis R. Vetrano, Jr., LLC can provide the strong
legal support you need.
Why choose our team of world-class advocates? Consider the following:
Restraining orders can be created to protect an individual against a wide
range of stalking or harassing behaviors. Harassment is defined as a pattern
of more than two instances of unwanted communication or intrusion into
another person’s personal or professional life, while stalking occurs
when a person is led to fear for their safety or the safety of those closest
to them due to unwelcome attention.
An order of protection can prohibit another person from:
Contacting you or your children by mail or phone
Abusing or threatening you or your family
Entering or attempting to enter your home or place of work
Violating a restraining order is a criminal offense and can subject the
offending party to possible jail time and expensive fines. An attorney
from our firm can advocate on your behalf in court and maximize your chances
of being granted an order of protection against your aggressor.
If a case is still open, the court may grant a temporary restraining order.
A temporary order usually has an expiration date before the case is closed
and can be renewed as the case continues. If a judge grants a permanent
order of protection, that usually lasts for one year. In some cases, a
permanent order can be granted for up to five years.
Can You Get a Restraining Order During a State of Emergency?
The answer to whether you can get a restraining order during a state of
emergency is that it depends on whether courthouses are open. In general,
restraining orders are considered a necessity and you should be able to
get one. For instance, during COVID-19, New York opened virtual courthouses
that continued to address essential matters. If you are being abused,
a skilled attorney can help you seek protection, even during a state of
emergency.
Retain Powerful Legal Guidance Today
At theLaw Office of Dennis R. Vetrano, Jr., LLC, our Dutchess County family law attorneys are intimately familiar with
the process of pursuing a restraining order and are prepared to work tirelessly
to provide you with the highest quality service. No matter how complex
or sensitive your situation may be, we are willing to stand by your side
and do everything within our power to ensure your safety. To find out
more about how we can assist you, schedule a
no-cost, no-obligation case review today.
Do you feel fearful for your safety due to another person’s stalking,
abusive, or threatening acts? Are you a victim of domestic violence? You
may be able to seek protection by pursuing a restraining order against
the offending party. Legally known as an order of protection, a restraining
order is issued by the court to limit the behavior of someone who harms
or threatens to harm another person. Orders of protection can be used
to address a variety of safety issues, including domestic abuse, family
disputes, and harassment from another party. If you are in need of a restraining
order, or if you believe someone has wrongfully sought a restraining order
against you, the knowledgeable Dutchess County attorneys dedicated to
An order of protection can prohibit another person from:
