If my daughter’s mother has just become engaged to a registered sex offender, can I get an order of protection to keep this predator away from my child?
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If my daughter’s mother has just become engaged to a registered sex offender, can I get an order of protection to keep this predator away from my child?
Asked on March 15, 2012 under Family Law, New York
Answers:
Richard Southard / Law Office of Richard Southard
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I would try to find out information on what the terms of his conditions are. Some offenders are ordered to stay away from children so this could be a violation. If he's permitted to be near children and hasn't done anything improper towards your child, it will be an uphill pattle to get one.
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