[cashflyer]

I have now spoken with two attorneys and one Magistrate Judge. Here is what I have been told:

To obtain a restraining order in this county, the plaintiff (me) has to go before the judge and show a history of harassment. One event, as is my case, will not be enough he said.

He said that the police need to be called at every instance of harassment, and the event documented, and eventually I may have enough documentation to warrant the restraining order.

Once the judge is convinced there is a history, then both parties are called before the judge to present their side of the story. If the judge agrees with the plaintiff, then the order is issued. Losing party pays all court costs.

He said, "I'm not trying to dissuade you, but all you're going to do is piss him off. That piece of paper is worthless."

The judge suggested an alternate and interim measure: Have him served with a no trespass notice. The only cost is the cost of a process server to serve him. Once it is served, then every time he sets foot on your property, you call the police with the notice number and they pick him up. Multiple times trespassing is justification for the restraining order. (which is worthless - right?)