Do I have grounds for a restraining order if I continue to get text messages and voicemails from a “friend” I no longer want contact with?
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Do I have grounds for a restraining order if I continue to get text messages and voicemails from a “friend” I no longer want contact with?
The text messages are not threatening but everytime I get one I feel extremely jumpy because they are creepy. I’ve been asking for them to leave me alone but they will not. At this present time I cannot change my number either. I tried asking the person to delete my number and not contact me. I also tried to block the number through the phone company but they are going to charge me a monthly fee. Additionally, this person has tried to contact me from other numbers. I have long since stop responding to the messages as well.
Asked on January 7, 2012 under Criminal Law, Georgia
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In this country, one has the fundamental right to be left alone. I would respond to the "friend" requesting that he or she cease contact with you. If your wishes are not respected, then you have the right to file a petition for a restaining order.
If you are serious about filing a petition for a restraining order, I would consult with a family law attorney for the simple fact that many family law attorneys have a lot of experience in filing petitions for restraining orders.
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