Restraining Order Tips/Information

In this section, I share my personal experience of filing for and being granted a restraining order/protective order.  

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What happens when you
​apply for a restraining order?

This blog talks about the emotional journey of sitting in the courtroom in front of a judge.  I share my experience of being awarded a restraining order in August of 2017.
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What to expect when you
​file a restraining order?

This blog covers some nuts and bolts information about what to expect when you're going through the process of filing and obtaining a restraining order. 
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what happens AFter you are
​granted a restraining order?

This blog post outlines how to investigate and document the common "work around the restraining order" tactic of reaching out to you through Facebook via Facebook messaging under a fake profile.  Also, I share a safety app that works well. 
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What it looks like to fight
​stalking and harassment- Legal documents

This blog chronicles the activities that occurred AFTER the restraining order was filed. 
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The System needs reform

In this blog, I talk about the need for reform within the court system. Statute of limitations and time constraints on evidence are not helping the survivors.  According to a recent study by the CDC, nearly half of all murdered women are killed by romantic partners. This is unacceptable.