answered on Jul 27, 2017
Restraining Orders are not to be taken lightly - they can affect the rest of your life by interfering with potential jobs; resulting in denials of security clearances; prohibit firearm ownership; even affect your ability to rent a residence and a variety of other potential issues. Yes, you should... View More 
My 21 son gang affliation drug use hasn't changed found lots magic mushrooms took out of my house police made me give it back to him,he abuses me in my house I'm disabled police won't do anything
answered on Jun 27, 2017
Depending upon what you mean by your son abusing you, you may qualify for a elder-disabled person restraining order. You would be well served by consulting an attorney to determine your rights and whether applying for such a restraining order is likely to be successful. If so, the police will... View More
My girlfriend (16) is currently living with her mother. Her mother recently got back together with her ex-boyfriend who cheated on her and abused the both of them for years. He also watched my girlfriend change her clothes when she was about 8 years old. He has recently been threatening to hit the... View More
answered on May 1, 2017
Your girlfriend may or may not qualify for a restraining order against the boyfriend. If she is living with Mom and her boyfriend, and there are both credible threats of repeat violence she may qualify. One potential problem, though, is that she is underage and would need someone 18 or older to... View More
I have photographic evidence of his drug use. Specifically meth and Heroin. I alreadt have temporary sole custody due to abuse. But he is avoiding the server for the protective order.
answered on Mar 22, 2017
Your question doesn't make sense. With respect to custody and parenting time the court generally makes a customized order for each case. Generally speaking you need to keep your child out of any potentially dangerous situation and that includes keeping the child away from a parent who is... View More
Threats have been made indirectly like ... I don't care if I go to jail you know me ...
answered on Jan 23, 2017
You may be able to get a stalking protective order if your BF's former spouse knows that her contacts are unwanted and there have been two or more unwanted contacts within the past two years that have caused you to fear for your safety. If you haven't already done so, you should notify... View More
My ex pushed a quick engagement and moved me from CA to OR. I quit my job, sold many things and moved. He stated if there was a break up he would move me back and pay for my expenses to reestablish. I worked for him part time and he refuses to pay outstanding wages and refuses to pay the... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
First, if you knew all about his past to begin with, why did you agree to date him let alone move for him? While not a legal question, it is something to ponder, as a jury will do the same if you went all the way to court on many of your above issues.
Otherwise, I would also suggest not... View More
If son hit him back is it self defense? This Father regularly beats on son.
answered on Oct 26, 2016
Anyone can press charges against another person that assaults them. Their relationship or where they live is irrelevant.
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