Asked in Family Law for Rhode Island

Q: I have been divorced since 2009. My ex lives in MA. Can I get a no contact order to prevent him from contacting me?

My ex found out that I am in a new relationship and he is angry about it. He is sending me nasty messages. I want it to stop. He hasn't threatened me but he did verbally abuse me while we were married which is why we divorced. He says he will never move on or get over me. Every time he emails me, it brings up that emotional abuse again. We have a 12 year old daughter that he barely sees.

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Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
Answered
  • PROVIDENCE, RI
  • Licensed in Rhode Island

A: Talk to an attorney or domestic violence advocate to review the process for receiving a restraining order.

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