Q: My Adult son left my house on a trip. He has been aggressive and abusive, I do not want him to come back into my home.
NEW JERSEY RESIDENT.
My son is abusive, aggressive, never helped in chores or made contribution or rent. He graduated college. I am a disabled elderly man, his abusive, bully, he scares me. I do not want him to come back into my home. I asked him for the house key, and he turned it to me.
What should I do?
A:
This is a tough position. On the one hand you love your son, and on the other you have to protect yourself.
Your risk of shaming the locks outside of an agreement is that your son has a right to notice.
If, however, your son legitimately scares you, and he is exhibiting aggressive behavior, then you can file a restraining order at court. A restraining order will force him out immediately, at least temporarily.
You should discuss your options in an attorney consultation.
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