Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

My girlfriend whom I was with for a year and a half broke up with me. She knew I loved her very much and thought I would never let go. The break up was very hard for me so I brought some flowers and went to her house unannounced on Saturday. She was not there. I called thinking she was at the gym or out. Did not know how mad she was until she called me for a minute to say it is over and that I should stop calling or waiting in front of the door. I left, leaving flowers at the door. Left her a message on the phone, saying I understand and I wasn't there to change her mind, just wanted to see her. Hung up saying, we had good times. The next day, on an emotional low (we were going to get engaged) I sent her an email telling her my desire to have her back. 2-3 e-mails, then another e-mail after talking to a friend of mine, telling her that I am convinced she is not coming back and good bye.

THEN, today, after all that is over, I learn that she actually went to the police on the day I was at her door for half an hour (no more). Do I have a right to get this police report without appearing obessive about her? Also, how can I find out if there is a false restraining order against me? If so, can I appeal (not because I want to see her anymore but I don't want this to ruin my reputation and job prospects). HOW CAN I PROTECT MYSELF at this point.


Asked on 4/05/11, 6:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Richard Kell Law Office of Richard B. Kell

I am very sorry to hear what you have gone through. What you describe is certainly not grounds for a restraining order. If a restraining order has been issued (based on a false affidavit), then you should be served with a copy of it within 2 or 3 days (it would contain a notice of hearing). If you want to be double-sure that one hasn't been filed, then you can go to your county's District Court (Criminal Magistrate Clerk's Office) to check. Doing that would not be obsessive, my friend. Best of luck.

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Answered on 4/05/11, 7:18 pm


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