Summary
The success of obtaining a restraining order depends on the strength of your evidence, the impact on health, legal representation, and the judges discretion. Visual evidence like photos, videos, and text messages, along with medical documentation, can be persuasive. Strong evidence includes clear photos and videos showing harassment, documented instances of retaliation, and medical documents linking harassment to health issues. Stalking behavior causing fear or substantial emotional distress may be considered harassment. An impact statement can be included in your supplemental declaration. A T21 code from the Sacramento County Sheriff refers to a disturbance call related to neighbor disputes.Full Conversation
is this visual evidence I submitted strong enough?
It's difficult to definitively say if your evidence is strong enough as it varies case by case and depends on the judge. However, visual evidence, such as photos and videos, along with text messages and medical documentation, can certainly be persuasive in a restraining order hearing. It's important to present them in a clear, organized manner.
what would strong evidence be considered?
Strong evidence in your case would generally be:
- Clear photos and videos showing the harassment.
- Documented instances of retaliation in response to actions you've taken.
- Text messages that clearly show harassment.
- Medical documents linking the harassment to health issues.
- Witness testimonies, if any.
is stalking our shared fence line harassment? I have * photo of her looking over, whish is very uncharacteristic of her.
In California, stalking is considered a form of harassment if it causes you fear or substantial emotional distress. If this behavior is repetitive and causes you to fear for your safety, it may be considered harassment. However, a single photo might not be sufficient; additional evidence is often needed.
I have a video too
That's helpful. Can you share more about what's in the video? It's important to note that repetitive behavior causing fear, distress, or threatening your safety can potentially support your case.
The sheriff told me it was legal to record her odd behavior for court. I was inside up on my 2nd story looking through the window, down at her along the fence line. You can see her come out her slider on the left, then walk down the fence to the right. I can see the top of her head and she pops up in between * of my trees. I can tell that she's looking over from the angle of her bangs. From the top story it's a little hard to see her eyes. Then I lost her when she ducked down to leave back into her house.
The video you described could potentially support your case, especially if it shows a pattern of behavior that causes fear or substantial emotional distress. Make sure to present it in an organized and clear manner during your hearing.
She did this for 3 days this time. The time before this it was only angry text messages accusing me of things that I did not do. She keeps getting more agressive every time I mak a report to the county about her dogs.
The escalation in her behavior and the connection to your reports about her dogs could be considered in your case. Documentation of these instances, including dates and details, could strengthen your argument.
Can I submit an impact statement as part of my supplemental declaration?
Yes, you may include an impact statement in your supplemental declaration. It helps to articulate the emotional distress you're experiencing. Ensure it's factual, concise, and describes how the situation affects you and your family.
what is a T21 code from sacramento county sheriff?
A T21 code from the Sacramento County Sheriff commonly refers to a disturbance call related to neighbor disputes or issues. It's often used by law enforcement to categorize types of calls or incidents.
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