Can I have a restraining order filed against me in colorado ?
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Can I have a restraining order filed against me in colorado ?
My girlfriend of 2 years and I have just split up. We live in the same apartment
but I am not on the lease and in between jobs currently. My girlfriend has since
decided shes a lesbian and moved her new girlfriend in and plans to put her on
the lease. I want to move out but have no options currently. My girlfriend’s new
partner in pressuring her to put a restraining order on me to make me get out
asap. What are my options ? Will she be able to get a restraining order? I have
never hurt her or put her in danger in any way. I have plans to leave the first
chance I get. But currently our apartment is the only place I have to stay.
Please advise. Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Asked on February 6, 2019 under Family Law, Colorado
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
1) She can only get a restraining order if she can convince the authorities that you are a physical threat to her. If she is willing to lie and her new partner backs her up, that is possible.
2) Since you are not on the lease, you are legally considered a "guest." A guest may be asked to leave at any time, for any reason, no matter how long you have lived there, and if you don't leave when requested, she can bring a legal action for "ejectment" to get a writ or court order that the sheriff remove you.
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