What should I do if I have a temporary restraining order on me and she keeps contacting me and saying she will drop it if I talk

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   Richard DwyerPro

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   Answered August 23, 2012 20:21. Do not respond to her. Keep all messages from her but don't respond. There is too much risk. Find a mutual friend to serve as an intermediary and ask them to advise her that you will need the TRO vacated before you can talk with her directly.

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   Harry HudsonPro

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   Answered August 23, 2012 15:27. You need an attorney. Do not destroy any of her text messages.

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   Henry Lebensbaum

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   Answered August 23, 2012 13:26. Do not respond to her.
   
   You may however, file a motion to vacate the Restraining Order based
   on her contacts with you.
   
   
   
   If you respond, you could be arrested, charged and face jail time.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
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   Robert CorradoPro

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   Answered August 24, 2012 13:46. Why have you not sought a restraining order on her? When this happens i9n my practice this is what I do. Additionally, take proof of this inf to the DA who can help you in several ways.

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   Richard H WilsonPro

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   Answered August 24, 2012 10:16. You absolutely cannot get an answer to this question on the internet. You need to talk to a local attorney confidentially about your case and proceed carefully.
   
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   Margaret Wilson

   San Fernando Family Law Attorney

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   Answered August 28, 2012 17:48. You need to hire an attorney to help you with it. He may be able to file a Motion for Reconsideration to remove the restraining order.

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