I would like to get a restraining order on my ex-boyfriend, he is threating with in texts saying that he is going to kill me and that i better move out of this town, and if he sees me its going to be pretty, i have saved EVERY text that he has threated me, i was just wondering if he has to be in the court room with me, i am deathly affraid of him, and another question, i do have a picture of a bruise when he grabbed me about a month ago, when i went over to his house to get my stuff back, he grabbbed my arm and threw me down the stairs, i didnt report it then beacuse i didnt think he would bug me anymore, but he will NOT stop texing me!! will that picture of that bruise have an evidence in court? thanks alot!! -Jen
2007-03-15 12:01:55 · 5 answers · asked by Trevor 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
The evil ex won't be in court for that--he probably won't even know about it until he is served with the restraning order. Take all the evidence you can--emails, letters, pics. The more the better. Good luck and God Bless.
2007-03-15 12:07:19 · answer #1 · answered by flipdout2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There person who you are getting a restraining order on does not have to be in the courtroom. Once you fill out the document and file it with the court they will serve a document with the court date on it noting the hearing for the restraining order before a judge a magistrate. He will have a chance to respond and if he chooses he can defend himself once you go before the judge. I had a similar situation, but my ex lived in a different state. She did not show up in court but sent a fax documenting her side of the story. The judge granted the restraining order.
2007-03-15 19:12:10 · answer #2 · answered by TJ 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't think he would have to be in the courtroom at the same time, if that was the case I think many people would be unable to get restraining orders, for they probably wouldn't willingly show up at court to be restrained.
As far as the evidence, I do not know, do a goole search on restraining orders and see if you can find out further details on how to proceed.
2007-03-15 19:07:40 · answer #3 · answered by Shultik 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on which state you are. Best thing to do is to contact your local domestic violence agency...ncadv...National Coalition Against Domestic Violence website can lead you in the right direction. Many agencies have Legal Advocates and sometime Attorneys to walk you through the process. I work for such as agency in Pennsylvania. We are completely free and everything is confidential. Good luck and be safe.
2007-03-15 19:06:07 · answer #4 · answered by Yoda 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont think you do, but thats Texas law
2007-03-15 19:08:11 · answer #5 · answered by aggieman12002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋