If there is an order of protection that was placed on me by a staff member at a hospital, can I be arrested if I return to receive medical treatment while they are working?
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If there is an order of protection that was placed on me by a staff member at a hospital, can I be arrested if I return to receive medical treatment while they are working?
Asked on October 7, 2014 under Criminal Law, New York
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
If you voluntarily appear at that hospital, yes--you could be subject to punishment for violating the order of protection. If it was not voluntary on your part--e.g. an ambulence took you there when you had an emergency--then you should not be subject to punishment because you would not have had the intention to violate the order.
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