Q: My grand daughter's ex boyfriend and father of her little girl is stalking, harassing and threatening to kill her.
She has filled harassment charges with the town in which she lives to no avail. She can't afford an attorney. What can she do? This man is crazy and scary!
A:
If your granddaughter is being stalked in Texas, there are several options available to you and to your family. Here are some steps that can be taken:
File a police report: If the granddaughter is being stalked, the family should contact the police immediately. The police can investigate the situation and take steps to protect the granddaughter.
Get a protective order: If the stalker is a known person with whom the granddaughter had a dating relationship, she can seek a protective order against the stalker https://www.bing.com/search?q=What%20is%20a%20protective%20order?&showconv=1&sendquery=1&form=PAACH1.
Contact an attorney: If the family wants to seek custody or visitation rights for the granddaughter, they should contact an attorney who specializes in family law. The attorney can advise them on their legal options and help them navigate the court system.
Contact the Texas State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service: The Texas State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service can assist the family in finding an attorney who specializes in family law. They can be reached at (800) 252-9690.
Good luck to you and to your grand daughter.
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