Dutchess County
Restraining Order Lawyer
Dutchess County Family Law Attorneys
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:
- 2015 Avvo Clients’ Choice Award recipients
- Overwhelming praise from past clients
- Responsive, one-on-one communication
- Aggressive courtroom presence
Call (845) 605-4330 to discuss your legal options in further detail.
What Does a Restraining Order Do?
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.
Read our blog, "How To Get a Restraining Order in Dutchess County."
Do Restraining Orders Expire in NY?
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 the Law 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 case review today.
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"Using the Law Office of Dennis R. Vetrano to handle my divorce was the best decision I could have made."
I want to say that using the Law Office of Dennis R. Vetrano to handle my divorce was the best decision I could have made. Kristen explained everything up front in terms that I could understand, and she put me at ease from the moment we met. Erika kept me abreast of everything that was happening throughout the whole process. She answered all my questions quickly and again in a way that I could understand. I would recommend the Law Office of Dennis R. Vetrano to anyone.
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"Unfortunately some of the hardest times in our lives we need an attorney to help guide us through such emotional and uncertain and scary period"Unfortunately some of the hardest times in our lives we need an attorney to help guide us through such emotional and uncertain and scary period. Choosing the best attorney can take away some of the fear and anxiety Dennis and his absolutely amazing team have held my hand and calmed my nerves on more than one occasion Stacey is always on the other end of the phone to reassure me that it is a process and it will be ok.I have found such comfort in Dennis his knowledge and strong confidence that he and his team have it all under control allows me to focus on myself and my children while they handle my case. I highly recommend this firm!- Jennifer Garofolo
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"I am extremely thankful for having received the best representation from my attorney Kristen D. Farris for a temporary order of protection case against my soon to be ex-husband."
I am extremely thankful for having received the best representation from my attorney Kristen D. Farris for a temporary order of protection case against my soon to be ex-husband. Everything went so smooth with her amazing expertise and professionalism. In the court, she took charge right away and everything was just so well. I was so relieved! The outcome of the case was perfect and the case settled without any issues. I had no chance to stress! Finally, the office staff was so friendly and the communication, which was mostly through e-mail, was perfect. I am looking forward to working with Kristen with the next steps of getting a divorce. God answered my prayer when I asked for a great attorney :) I was so nervous but thankfully everything went so well!!!
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"Kristen and Erika were wonderful to work with. Very professional, yet compassionate. They thoroughly explained everything in understandable terms."
Kristen and Erika were wonderful to work with. Very professional, yet compassionate. They thoroughly explained everything in understandable terms. Both Kristen and Erika were prompt in all communications and kept me informed throughout.
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"Tough, gracious, generous, and committed describe Kristen’s qualities as my attorney."
Tough, gracious, generous, and committed describe Kristen’s qualities as my attorney. And much thanks to the paralegal team as well. Their combined experience provided prompt support whenever I had any questions and helped talk me through my situation and to provide clarity. I can’t thank Kristen and her team enough for the all hard work and kindness through the process.
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Christal Prinz is OUTSTANDING! She has compassion and a wealth of knowledge about the law. She has a good common-sense approach as well. It was a delight to work with her considering the circumstances and nuances of my case and the law.
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"I am so thankful I found this law office to handle my divorce. Kristen was a pleasure to deal with and handled my divorce flawlessly. Communication was always very fast, and always very clear."
I am so thankful I found this law office to handle my divorce. Kristen was a pleasure to deal with and handled my divorce flawlessly. Communication was always very fast, and always very clear. I highly recommend! Couldn’t have been handled better. Thank you.
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"The guidance and knowledge they provided was immeasurable."I am so grateful for the wonderful team that assisted me through one of the most difficult times of my life. The guidance and knowledge they provided was immeasurable.- Jessica Conklin