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I recently called the police on my ex-boyfriend because he threatened to beat me, as he has done to his exes. The police came but said they couldn't do anything, and one of us needed to leave for the night. Since he was from another state, had few friends, and was intoxicated, they made me... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
Police officers have wide discretion and broad “qualified immunity,” so suing them for choosing to make you leave rarely succeeds. Still, you can file an internal‑affairs or civilian‑review‑board complaint and send a copy to the chief and the mayor, pointing out that you were the sole... View More
I have an autistic 9-year-old who visits his dad every weekend, and we don't have any court orders. Recently, my son started touching himself, which raised my concerns. He told me he saw his dad doing the same and was instructed not to tell therapists or doctors about it or about seeing a... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
If you are going to successfully file for an ER custody order you need to show that Father is presenting an existential risk to your child. Merely stating that the behavior is deteriorating or disturbing may not be enough. You should be able to tell the court why it should Order a change without... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
In a case like yours, where you're facing charges for domestic violence and felonious assault, your defense strategy may rely on proving that you were acting in self-defense. Ohio law allows for self-defense if you reasonably believe you are in imminent danger of harm and that the force you... View More
I found out that my ex has hired a private investigator to follow me after I moved out, and he has shared clips with me that were taken on my private property. There is a standard restraining order in place for behavior/financial restraint, but nothing specific for safety/proximity. His text... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If your ex has hired a private investigator to follow you and gather footage on your private property, this is a serious invasion of your privacy. In Ohio, it is illegal for someone to trespass on private property or to use surveillance in a way that violates your reasonable expectation of privacy.... View More
I need guidance on filing a complaint against the magistrate in my child custody case. The magistrate and I share the same last name, leading to potential bias concerns. I received improper service; the only notice I got was a witness list five days before court. Without legal representation or... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
First, you’ll want to file a formal complaint with the judicial conduct board or commission in your state. Focus on the potential conflict of interest due to the shared last name, the improper service of notice, and the way the magistrate allowed your ex full control over visitation. Include... View More
I have been separated from my husband for about three years, and we have no legal custody agreements. We agreed that our son, who is almost four years old, would spend the holidays with his father, and I would pick him up in the first week of January. When I tried to pick him up, my husband... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2025
It sounds like you really need to hire a domestic relations attorney i the city where your husband filed for divorce. While you have a right to represent yourself, I do not recommend it. This forum is for answering general questions. No attorney can teach you within a single answer each rule of... View More
My family and I have been stalked by a 47yr old man who is after our 16yr old daughter, this has been going on now since October of 2024, our first Civil Stalking Protection Order was dismissed due to me not showing enough evidence of emotional distress. This man has gone extreme lengths to get to... View More
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answered on Feb 9, 2025
This situation is deeply concerning, and your family’s safety must be the top priority. If this man is continuing to stalk and harass your daughter, you should immediately report every incident to law enforcement. Keep a detailed record of his actions, including dates, times, locations, and any... View More
My family and I have been stalked by a 47yr old man who is after our 16yr old daughter, this has been going on now since October of 2024, our first Civil Stalking Protection Order was dismissed due to me not showing enough evidence of emotional distress. This man has gone extreme lengths to get to... View More
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answered on Feb 9, 2025
This situation is deeply concerning, and your family’s safety must be the top priority. If this man is continuing to stalk and harass your daughter, you should immediately report every incident to law enforcement. Keep a detailed record of his actions, including dates, times, locations, and any... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
Absent any other estate planning, a spouse will usually be entitled to manage the estate of their deceased spouse. Another person could apply to take over the estate if they believe there is malfeasance.
Was arrested July 4th 5:00 p.m. supposed domestic violence held until Monday 3:00 p.m. when I was told no charges were ever filed
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
It sounds like you experienced a troubling situation. Being arrested on July 4th for supposed domestic violence and then held until Monday without any charges being filed raises serious questions. Generally, if no charges are filed, holding you for that long could potentially be considered false... View More
Married parents are pro se defendants regarding a child welfare case that moved states because the barrier to obtain secure and maintain stable housing. This was due to the tort harassment events by government agencies, community servicing organizations, and the courts that assign hopeful people to... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
You should file a Notice of Change of Address with the court giving the court your new physical address, mailing address (if different), telephone number, and email address.
Is it souly on the Rspondent to advoid these calls or can both be charged and arrested ?
answered on Mar 31, 2024
Protection orders restrain the respondent, rather than the petitioner. I agree with my colleague, while the petitioner will not get in any kind of legal trouble, it will undermine their ability to maintain the order or in the event that it's only a temporary order and there's an upcoming... View More
I do not have any felonies.
I do have a Domestic violence charge from 6 years ago that was dismissed in court. I looked up the court docket recently to make sure it was dismissed.
I also got a menacing charge that was dropped down to a disorderly conduct charge. i’ve tried... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
Given your situation, it's essential to understand that firearm laws can vary by state and can be complex, especially concerning individuals with prior criminal records. In Ohio, domestic violence convictions can result in restrictions on firearm ownership, even if the charge was dismissed or... View More
I am a minor at 15 years old(female) my aunt has continuously hit me, smacked me, and grabbed me roughly throughout my whole life. Today it got really bad and she almost choked me out and she had thrown me to the ground a few times. I am very skinny and weak and I can't do much when it comes... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2024
The answer depends on whether or not you reside with this aunt. If so, you may wish to speak with the child protective the service agency in your county. If not, you need to have a discussion with your parents, if they will not take action you may which to file an incident report with the police.
I was just wondering why the state of Ohio is charging me and what are they gonna
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
In Ohio, domestic violence charges are typically brought by the state, not the victim. Once charges are filed, the state may proceed with the case even if the victim wishes to drop charges. Prosecutors may consider various factors, including the severity of the incident and the potential danger... View More
I spoke to a school official about my friend's safety at home. They made a report with CPS and CPS did a wellfare check. Somehow my friend's parents found out I instigated the report. Was my counselor or CPS allowed to share my name?
answered on Jan 3, 2024
If you ask for your name to be kept anonymous, it ought to have been. It doesn't seem clear from your question, however, how the parents you mention the actually stand out your name. They may have guessed it from the context. When you determine how you're information what's... View More
My boyfriend was charged with DV he was arrested and tpo was issued. This was with my son who is 25. My boyfriend got out on bond I read his court papers and clearly they lied to get a tpo it said my boyfriend came after my son and my son defended himself. Which that isn't even what my son... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2023
If a charge is not dismissed "with prejudice" it can be raised again as long as it is within the statute of limitations.
Cincinnati lawyer that I would need to wait to file due to him being incarcerated and basically me not being in any imminent danger to her opinion and was supposed to send her infirmary and haven’t heard from her since. I am a therapist current experiencing CHanges mentally myself just trying.... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2023
Your facts will not give you a definitive answer, because the decision is in the discretion of the court. If you have already sought the opinion of an attorney that knows your court then you already have a good answer. This forum is a poor substitute for hiring a lawyer (especially this author).
And file now given that they have almost been in prison a year and the last incident outside of threats have been about a year and two months with witness available?
answered on Dec 11, 2023
You should file if you feel you can prove by a preponderance of the evidence that either the offender was a family or household member and caused you physical harm or caused you to fear severe physical harm, or created a pattern of activity that caused you to fear physical harm. You ought to... View More
In KY the abuser took out a protection order on the one in Ohio. What is you can't make it to KY for court. No ride.
answered on Dec 6, 2023
Did the Ohio protection order include the kids? If that is the case you may be able to make out a complaint for kidnapping. If the protection Order is against you in both jurisdictions you still need to appear in KY if there is a pending hearing. Get in touch with a KY lawyer in that case. You... View More
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