Hi everyone. I just wanna say thank you so much for the responds I’ve gotten. It’s been a crazy last few days.
Anyways, to give you all an update on what happened. Turns out, she didn’t show up to court, however tho, she did write a letter to us explaining why she didn’t want to come to court. Here’s what she said…
“I respectfully submit this written statement regarding the upcoming hearing involving (My mother’s name)/ (My name) scheduled for 06/27/2025 at (My city) court house. I will not be appearing in person but would like this letter to be included in the case file for the court’s consideration. The message I sent to the petitioner came after a distressing situation in which I believed my safety was at risk. I reacted emotionally in a moment of frustration, but I want to make it absolutely clear: I did not intend to threaten, harm, or harass the petitioner in any way. The message was a single communication, and I have had no contact whatsoever since that time. I also took immediate steps to block the individual after the message was sent. The information referenced in the message – including concerns about the petitioner’s associations is factual and publicly available. While I acknowledge the tone of the message may have been strong, it was a direct emotional response to events I experienced as stressful and upsetting. I fully understand the seriousness of the matter and have no intention of further contact. I respectfully ask the court to consider this context when making any decisions in this matter. My only request is to be left alone and to move forward in peace without conflict. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, (Ex best friends name).
So sadly I didn’t get the restraining order, but I will keep track of all of the harassment from her if anything else escalates.
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Backup of the post’s body: Hi everyone. I just wanna say thank you so much for the responds I’ve gotten. It’s been a crazy last few days.
Anyways, to give you all an update on what happened. Turns out, she didn’t show up to court, however tho, she did write a letter to us explaining why she didn’t want to come to court. Here’s what she said…
“I respectfully submit this written statement regarding the upcoming hearing involving (My mother’s name)/ (My name) scheduled for 06/27/2025 at (My city) court house. I will not be appearing in person but would like this letter to be included in the case file for the court’s consideration. The message I sent to the petitioner came after a distressing situation in which I believed my safety was at risk. I reacted emotionally in a moment of frustration, but I want to make it absolutely clear: I did not intend to threaten, harm, or harass the petitioner in any way. The message was a single communication, and I have had no contact whatsoever since that time. I also took immediate steps to block the individual after the message was sent. The information referenced in the message – including concerns about the petitioner’s associations is factual and publicly available. While I acknowledge the tone of the message may have been strong, it was a direct emotional response to events I experienced as stressful and upsetting. I fully understand the seriousness of the matter and have no intention of further contact. I respectfully ask the court to consider this context when making any decisions in this matter. My only request is to be left alone and to move forward in peace without conflict. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, (Ex best friends name).
So sadly I didn’t get the restraining order, but I will keep track of all of the harassment from her if anything else escalates.
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Sounds like she’s still refusing to take responsibility for her bad behavior and is trying to paint herself as a victim.
this is classic abuser energy…flip the script, play the victim, make you look “crazy.” don’t fall for it. you’re doing the brave thing. just keep your head down, document everything, and let the facts speak louder than her theatrics. silence isn’t weakness…it’s strategy.
What a trash fucking judge smfh
Sounds like classic DARVO
DENY
ATTACK
REVERSE VICTIM ORDER
She’s trying to paint herself as the victim here. I’m sorry you didn’t get that RO against her. Just keep making notes of everything she does and see about getting a ring camera for your place
Maybe she realizes how badly she fucked up and will leave you alone now? I’m not holding my breath or anything, but it’s a possibility, a teeny tiny one but still possible
the court should have automatically ruled in OPs favor when the other side, letter or not, didnt show. unless OP agreed to drop it after seeing the letter.