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Last Updated on: 18th June 2025, 05:08 pm
If you’re facing an order of protection in NYC, you’re probably terrified about what’s going to happen now. Many people are accused of domestic violence, or other physical aggression issues, and then face a order of protection. You might be thinking of jail time, fearing jail time – and you should be. Criminal contempt charges for a violation of an order of protection can lead to 7 years in prison. That’s not a theory, that’s just the actual law, and it can come down hard on you if you’re not careful. That’s the sentencing guideline for aggravated contempt under NY Penal Law 215.52.
Many people will spend time researching lawyers online instead of calling one when they’re accused of violence, and now having to deal with an order of protection. Every hour matters in order of protection cases.
You think this is like traffic court. It’s not. Order of protection violations in NYC have a conviction rate that’s devastating. Most people in your situation try to explain their way out – by giving up information, trying to be helpful to law enforcement agents, unfortunately, everything they CAN and WILL be used against you. That’s how they end up convicted, because information is given – that is used against you in court later. At Spodek Law Group – we understand that, and take this very seriously. Our goal is to provide you the best possible legal representation at all stages of your case. We’re not your average criminal defense law firm – we get it – the implications of this catastrophic legal issue. It can impact your entire future. We are one of the few law firms in the country have a completely online digital portal – which means all communications, invoicing, submission of documents, and access to confidential information can be done completely virtually. Because of this, we’re able to service clients nationwide, coast to coast, successfully.
Many attorneys send us clients because they know they can trust us. Unlike other law firms who are more focused on their relationship with prosecutors, we fight for YOU. We offer white-glove service and are available 24/7, coast to coast.
Why You Need a Premier NYC Order of Protection Attorney
When someone files an order of protection against you, it’s important – you need immediate help. Orders of protection in New York come in three forms: Family Court, Criminal Court, and Supreme Court orders. Each type of order of protection carries different penalties, and violating any of them is a crime.
One of the ways we might argue that you are not guilty, is arguing that our client’s contact was incidental, not intentional. We focus on only working with clients who we can truly help. Our NYC order of protection lawyers are available 24/7 to take and respond to your phone call, and answer your questions at all times of the day. Customer service is something we take strongly, because it’s the cornerstone of results, punctuality, and professionalism. Unlike other law firms who are more focused on their relationship with prosecutors and judges, Spodek Law Group owes loyalty to only YOU. We are focused on our clients and getting them the best outcome possible.
The Stakes Are VERY HIGH When Facing Order of Protection Violations
Here’s the stark truth: Criminal Contempt in the Second Degree is a Class “A” misdemeanor, consequently this crime is punishable by up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Criminal Contempt in the First Degree – which means you intentionally placed someone in fear – is a Class E felony with up to 4 years in prison. Aggravated Criminal Contempt is a Class D felony carrying up to 7 years in state prison.
Most importantly, order of protection violations will result in a permanent criminal record that will chase you forever. It affects employment, housing, professional licenses – everything about your life. Our NYC order of criminal defense attorneys can help you understand the full consequences of the crime you’re accused of committing. Our #1 goal when dealing with an order of protection issue, is to get charges dismissed. We offer a risk free consultation in person, or at one of our locations, to help you. Regardless of how complex your case is, we are here to help and can assist you.
Todd Spodek – A Second-Generation Attorney Who Gets Results
Todd Spodek is a second-generation attorney who has represented many clients. His experience has led to him handling thousands of tough cases. His work has resulted in him being featured on major media outlets, like NY Post, Newsweek, Fox 5, Business Insider, Bloomberg, and others. In 2022, Netflix released a special TV series about one of Todd’s clients: Anna Delvey.
Todd Spodek – a prominent attorney, represented Anna Delvey, known as Anna Sorokin. Delvey, claimed to be a German heiress, who faced multiple felony charges, including grand larceny, and theft of services. This case captured the national spotlight because Anna Sorokin was accused of posing as a wealthy German heiress, and trying to infiltrate New York City’s elite social scene in order to swindle banks, hotels, and individuals out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Understanding NYC Order of Protection Laws – and What Happens After
NYC order of protection laws are complex. When a Family Court order of protection is violated, you face immediate arrest – the cops will not wait, or hear any excuses, they are mandated to arrested you. According to NY Courts, orders can be full (complete stay away) or limited (allowing some contact). But here’s what prosecutors and cops won’t tell you: even if the protected party invites contact, YOU’RE still violating the order. Only the judge on the case can modify an order of protection – not the protected party.
Our top rated criminal defense attorneys understand the nuances and can help you understand how to navigate the situation. We’ve handled thousands of tough cases involving orders of protection.
Recent Changes in Order of Protection Enforcement
The landscape has changed dramatically. NYC enforcement protocols now include immediate arrest for any violation, mandatory prosecution, and enhanced penalties for repeat offenders. The NYPD’s specialized units track order violations electronically. You don’t have a choice – you need an attorney.
Defense Strategies That Actually Work
Most attorneys tell you to plead guilty. We don’t. Our team of NYC order of protection lawyers examine every angle:
Lack of Proper Service: If you weren’t properly served with the order of protection, proper service is required for the order to be valid. We look at service procedures, identify defects, and move to dismiss charges based on improper notification.
Incidental Contact Defense: Sometimes contact is accidental – running into someone at a grocery store, being at the same event without pre-meditating it. We show that patterns showing lack of intent, gather witness testimony, and demonstrate the contact was unavoidable.
Constitutional Challenges: Orders that are overly broad or vague may violate your constitutional rights. We challenge orders that restrict fundamental rights without proper justification, and fight provisions that exceed legal authority.
False Allegations: Unfortunately ,some people use orders of protection as weapons in custody battles or divorces. We investigate motives for false claims, uncover evidence of manipulation, and expose inconsistencies in testimony.
The Spodek Law Group Difference – Why We’re the Best Possible Choice
Many law firms are ‘mills’ and take on every single client. We’re different. We’re selective about the numbers of clients we onboard every month. We only work with clients we truly believe we can help. Our goal is to help a fewer number of clients than our competitors, in order to provide higher service and results.
When you work with Spodek Law Group, you get:
- 24/7 Availability: Order of protection emergencies don’t wait. Neither do we. Our attorneys are available 24/7
- Premier White-Glove Service: You’re treated like family, not a case number
- 50 Years Combined Experience: Our team has seen it all and won
- Nationwide Coverage: We handle cases coast to coast, with offices throughout New York
- Top Rated Results: Check our 635+ 5-star reviews speaking to our success
Todd Spodek, our managing partner – has been called a “high powered lawyer,” by some of the most elite magazines in the world. He is frequently interviewed by media outlets for his expertise – and when clients need an aggressive criminal defense attorney – they turn to him.
What Happens at Your Risk Free Consultation
During your free consultation, we’ll review the order of protection against you in detail. We examine:
- The specific restrictions and whether they’ve been violated.
- The evidence prosecutors claim to have.
- Defenses and strategic options.
- The potential consequences you’re facing.
- How we’ll fight to get charges dismissed.
Unlike other law firms who are more focused on their relationship with prosecutors and judges, Spodek Law Group owes loyalty to only YOU. We treat your case, like it’s our own family members case. This is one of the main reasons why clients refer us to their friends, and family members – when they need a criminal lawyer.
Recent Order of Protection Statistics You Need to Know
The numbers don’t lie. According to recent NYC crime statistics, conviction rates for order of protection violations remain devastatingly high. In 2024, only 32% of felony cases in NYC led to conviction overall – but order of protection violations see much higher rates due to their strict liability nature.
What’s worse? State data shows that violations of protective orders are aggressively prosecuted, with mandatory arrest policies meaning you’ll be taken into custody immediately upon allegation of a violation.
Common Mistakes That Destroy Your Case – and Your Future
You’re making mistakes right now that could cost you years of your life. Here’s what people in your situation do wrong:
Trying to “work it out” with the protected party: This is the #1 way people end up in prison. Even if they invite you over, even if they say it’s okay – you’re still committing a crime. The protected party CANNOT give you permission to violate the order.
Thinking texts or calls “don’t count”: Electronic contact violations are prosecuted. One text message can mean jail time.
Believing you can explain to police: Anything you say will be used against you. Police are trained to get confessions, not help you.
Waiting to hire an attorney: Every day without having a private attorney pushing back, is another day prosecutors build their case against you.
Act Now – Your Freedom Depends on It
You need a top rated NYC order of protection lawyer who will fight for you – someone who gets it. At Spodek Law Group, we’re not just attorneys. Our criminal lawyers have consistently been “top ranked,” by services like Avvo, National Trial Lawyers, SUPER Lawyers, and many other organizations. We don’t focus on the hours billed to you – we focus on positive outcomes for our clients. We want every client to feel like they got 5 Star service. Many other firms are solely focused on their billables, and finances — we’re different, we even offer financial assistance in paying for our legal services.