US-New York

Restraining Orders Against Neighbors in NY

2–5 business days
Typical time for temporary order issuance
$20
Filing fee waiver available for all Family Court orders
2 years
Maximum initial duration of a full Order of Protection
90 days
Deadline to serve respondent after filing in Family Court
The Short Answer

File a Family Court petition for an Order of Protection if you share a familial/household relationship; otherwise, seek a civil harassment order via Supreme or County Court under NY CPLR § 6301.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteFamily Court Act § 812statuteCPLR § 6301 – InjunctionsgovernmentNew York State Unified Court System: Orders of ProtectionstatuteNY Penal Law §§ 240.30 & 120.45–120.70

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Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-10-18.