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What is domestic violence? (8)
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Domestic violence and coercion
Know your rights if you are being forced to do something against your will. Read More
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Domestic violence and grand larceny
Become familiar with your rights if your spouse or partner has stolen your property. Read More
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Domestic violence and identity theft
Know your rights if your identity is being used against your will (stolen) by a spouse or partner. Read More
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Domestic violence in the LGBTQ community
Information about domestic violence and the LGBTQ community. Content Detail
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Learn about stalking and where to go for help
If someone is following you around or harassing you, this fact sheet can help you decide if you are the victim of stalking, and if so, where you can go for help. Content Detail
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Places you can call for help if you are victim of domestic violence
Follow the link for a list of places you can call for help. The list is provided by the New York State Unified Court System. Content Detail
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Police response to domestic violence
What will happen if I report the domestic violence to the police? What should the police do at the scene? Answers to these questions and more here. Content Detail
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What is domestic violence?
General information on what is considered Domestic Violence in New York State. Read More
Forms and tools (2)
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Petition for an Order of Protection
Use this form if you want the Family Court to give you an Order of Protection. But, you should always talk to a lawyer or domestic violence organization before filing for an order of protection to make sure it is the best choice for you. Content Detail
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Petition for violation of an Order of Protection
Use this form to tell the Family Court that the person you have an Order of Protection against has violated the order. Content Detail
Orders of Protection (11)
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Tips for LGBTQ persons who are seeking an Order of Protection
Provides information about what to expect when filing an order of protection in Family Court and a list of LGBTQ-friendly organizations that can help. Content Detail
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What is an Order of Protection?
Explains how an order of protection may help you, how to get an order of protection, and how to decide which court to go to for an order of protection. Please note that LawHelp/NY strongly recommends that you get advice from an organization or lawyer in your area before filing for an order of protection. Content Detail
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How to file for an Order of Protection in Orange County, New York
This piece will go over the process of how to file for an Order of Protection in Orange County. It also gives tips on what to bring to court and how to keep your address private. Read More
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Information on Orders of Protection in New York State (booklet)
This booklet explains what an order of protection is, where to get one, and what you may want to put in your petition (application) for an order of protection. This booklet also explains how to get your order of protection served and what happens during each of the court appearances. At the second court appearance, you can ask the judge to appoint a lawyer if you cannot afford to pay for one. Content Detail
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Obtaining an Order of Protection
An order of protection is issued by the court to limit the behavior of someone who harms or threatens to harm another person. It is used to address safety issues and can be issued by Family Courts, criminal courts, and Supreme Courts. Content Detail
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Orders of Protection
This guide answers questions you may have if an order of protection has been filed against you in Criminal Court, Family Court or Integrated Domestic Violence Court (IDVC). The information is helpful for both people who have an order of protection against them, and people who are protected by the order. It is very important for everyone to understand what it means and what will happen if you do not follow all of the rules. Content Detail
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Federal and New York State laws on domestic violence and firearms
Both New York state and the federal government have laws to protect victims of domestic violence. Several of these laws limit who can have a gun. The different state and federal laws can be confusing. This article should help you understand the rules about guns and domestic violence. Content Detail
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How to get an Order of Protection in Sullivan County, New York
Contains information on obtaining and enforcing an Order of Protection in Sullivan County. Read More
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How to get an Order of Protection in Ulster County, New York
This piece contains information on obtaining and enforcing an Order of Protection for residents of Ulster County. Read More
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Order of Protection in New York
An Order of Protection is a court order that tells one person what he/she cannot do to another person, or what contact is allowed. Sometimes an Order of Protection is also called a restraining order. Read here to find out which courts issue orders of protection, how you can get an Order of Protection, and how long it will last. Both parties can request the court to change the Order of Protection. Content Detail
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Serving court papers
Information on how to serve court papers to start a family court case. Content Detail
Safety and support (8)
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How to stay safe
Tips to help keep you as safe as possible when living with or leaving an abusive partner. Content Detail
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Safety and support for victims of domestic violence
This booklet was created to help people who have been abused by their partner. This booklet will try to help you figure out if there is abuse in your relationship and will give you information on how to be safe and get help if there is abuse. Follow the link to access the booklet. Content Detail
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How to get a new social security number if you are victim of domestic violence
Detailed information on how to get a new social security number for survivors of domestic violence and others. Content Detail
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How to keep your address private in court filings
Any person in Family Court can ask to keep his or her address confidential from the other person. This means that your address is kept secret and not given to the other person. This is important because all court papers have your address on it and the other person gets a copy of the court papers. Content Detail
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How to safely order your credit report if you are a victim of domestic violence
Explains how to safely order your credit report if you are a victim of domestic violence. Read More
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Information to help you take control of your financial situation
This guide is intended to provide helpful information for immigrant victims of violent crimes, but it may also benefit many New Yorkers who are entering the job market for the first time, researching college or looking to change careers. The guide provides information about GED and ESL programs, job centers that service immigrants and accept applications for cash assistance, food stamps, and Medicaid, job training and placement programs, employment agencies, financial literacy classes, financial aid and small business resources, including micro-loans. Follow the link to access the guide. Content Detail
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Organizations that help immigrant women who are victims of violence
This resource directory is intended to provide contact information for organizations that may be able to assist women facing threats of honor violence, forced marriage, or female genital mutilation. Content Detail
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PreventForcedMarriage.org
The first and only U.S.-based website exclusively devoted to providing lifesaving resources and information to individuals facing or fleeing forced marriages, as well as advocates across the United States. Content Detail
Domestic violence and the military (1)
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Information on domestic violence and the military
Information on domestic violence and the military, including the differences between the military and the civilian criminal justice systems, and where to go for help. Content Detail
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I am an undocumented immigrant (2)
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The rights of immigrants in family court
If you are an immigrant who has to go to family court learn more about what rights you are entitled to. Content Detail
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You have a right to be free from violence in your home
If you are an immigrant or refugee woman who is currently experiencing domestic violence, read this resource for information on your rights. Follow the link to access the information. Content Detail
Housing and domestic violence (3)
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Domestic violence and your housing rights
If you are a domestic violence victim, you have certain housing rights under federal, New York state and Westchester County laws. This resource will tell you more about those rights and what they mean for you and your living situation. Read More
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Housing discrimination based on domestic violence is prohibited in Westchester County
Read here to learn about your rights and where to file a complaint. Content Detail
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How to end your lease if you are a victim of domestic violence and need to move for safety reasons
If you are a domestic violence victim, moving out of your apartment to a confidential location may be an important part of staying safe. Under New York housing law, if your landlord refuses to let you out of your lease, a judge who gives you an Order of Protection can terminate your lease without financial penalties to you. Content Detail
Public benefits and domestic violence (3)
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Fact sheet on public benefits for victims of domestic violence
When you apply for public benefits, the caseworker should ask if you are a victim of domestic violence. If you enter yes, he or she will assign you to a Domestic Violence Liaison. Follow this link to read more. Content Detail
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How to know if you are a victim of domestic violence and ways to stay safe
This information is intended to help you determine if you are a victim of domestic violence and learn ways to keep you and your family safe, including temporary assistance from the New York Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Content Detail
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Public Benefits and Domestic Violence in New York State
The answers to frequently asked questions about special rules or protections if you are applying for public benefits and are a victim of domestic violence. Content Detail
Work and domestic violence (6)
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Can I be fired for missing work to go to a domestic violence legal proceeding?
Learn about your rights. Content Detail
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Employment discrimination based on domestic violence is prohibited in Westchester County
Read more about the Westchester County laws that protect you. Also learn about where you can file a complaint. Content Detail
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Employment rights for domestic violence victims
If you believe that you have been discriminated against by your employer because you are a victim of domestic violence, you can file a complaint with the New York State Division of Human Rights. Click to learn about your rights and how to file a complaint. Content Detail
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Employment rights for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking working in New York City
Domestic or sexual violence often affects victims or survivors at work. Victims may need time off to address the violence. They may also need changes made at work to stop the abuser or perpetrator from harassing them at work or to make the workplace safer. Some victims are illegally fired because of the violence. This pamphlet discusses the New York City laws protecting abuse victims from problems at work. Content Detail
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Sample letter challenging a firing, demotion, or other change at work based on your status as a victim of domestic violence
This letter is to challenge, under New York City's Human Rights Law, a firing, demotion, or other change in how you are treated at work because your employer knows you are a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking (Westchester has a similar law). It also requests "reasonable accommodations," or changes at the workplace, to help you stay safe and do your job. Content Detail
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Sample letter to your boss or HR that asks for changes at work that will help you stay safe
This letter requests a "reasonable accommodation" under New York City's Human Rights Law (Westchester County has a similar law). A reasonable accommodation is a change at work that will help you stay safe and allow you to do your job. You can also use this letter to ask for time off to take steps to address the violence. Content Detail
