Q: I have a joint phone account with my ex-husband, which I have an active restraining order against.
Our phone plan with mine and our children's phone are under his name and he has removed me as an authorized user on the account so I am unable to change or remove any of our lines. I am paying for all the lines, including his. I believe that he is tracking me and the kids through the phones and may be watching phone/texts logs. In court, could the judge grant orders for him to release our numbers so I can obtain a new phone service? Would papers for this order have to be obtained prior to the court hearing or could it be discussed at the extension of restraining order hearing?
A:
In California, you can request the judge to issue orders for your ex-husband to release the phone numbers and enable you to obtain a new phone service during the hearing for the extension of the restraining order. It's recommended to prepare the necessary papers before the hearing to present your case effectively and promptly address the issue. Consult with your attorney to ensure the appropriate legal steps are taken.
James L. Arrasmith
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