Know the Laws: New York
- State Law Overview
Most of the laws relevant to domestic violence and sexual assault are based on state law.
- Restraining Orders
Information about orders of protection and moving in and out of state with an order of protection.
- Custody
Information about custody in New York.
- Parental Kidnapping
Information about parental kidnapping and emergency custody in New York.
- Divorce
Information about divorce in New York.
- Housing Laws
Information about housing-related protections for victims of domestic violence.
- Crimes
Assault, sexual assault, menacing, stalking, trespass and many other actions abusers take are also crimes.
- State Gun Laws
There are state laws that may make it illegal for an abuser to buy or have a gun.
- Suing Your Abuser
General information about your right to sue your abuser for medical costs, destroyed property, or other damages.
Federal Laws
- Immigration
Immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse.
- Federal Gun Laws
Under federal law, which applies to all states, an abuser may lose his right to have a gun.
- Military
Information about military protection orders and confidentiality on military bases.
Tribal Laws
- Tribal Law
Information about tribal laws related to domestic violence and sexual abuse.
Religious Law
- Jewish Get Law (Divorce Law)
A get is a divorce under Jewish law.