Legal Question in Family Law in New York

I am taking my step mother to court over a protective order. It is just for communications. We have a court date on November 25th. She is unable to make it to court, it is about 6 hours from her home. If she doesn't show up to court, can a judge still issue the order and will there be a warrant if she doesn't?


Asked on 11/12/13, 10:41 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paula McGill Attorney at Law

If it's just a protective order, if she doesn't show up, it will be considered unopposed, and it should be granted if you set forth the minimum facts that would entitle you to a protective order. However, the judge has the authority to continue it to another date if your stepmother has a legitimate reason for asking for a continuance.

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Answered on 11/12/13, 3:19 pm


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