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Everyday Law · Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York

Sep 30, 2026 · 2025-11924 · Appeal

A woman gestures with a garden gnome while confronting her ex-boyfriend's mother in a yard.AI illustration

Is the ex-boyfriend's mom protected from harassment claims?

A woman seeks protection from her ex-boyfriend's mother for harassment.

TL;DR

  1. 1A woman said her ex-boyfriend's mom harassed her.
  2. 2She wanted a court to issue a protection order.
  3. 3The question is if the court can even rule on this case.

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