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I have been harassed by a women for almost 2 yrs now . I have filed 10 reports of trespassing on her and showed the da and police my phone records showing her calling me all hours, coming over here at nite and trying to open doors. Her x boyfriend lives here and the police tell me I can't do anything on the phone harr; and they have to catch her on my property.
















this is not protecting me as a property owner why are they doing this and what can I do. I've been told to sue the da . I'm so tired of this please tell me what to do.

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Pat,

   I have no idea why this is happening.  Have you met with the detective or officer who is handling your cases?  Or are you basing your question on what someone told you over the telephone?  Isn't there a process in your state where you can obtain a warrant for another private citizen?  Every state has some kind of process where that can happen.  Who told you to sue the DA?  Do you have any legal experience?  

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Please do not ask me about potential jail sentences that you, your friends, or family might receive in court. There is no way for me to know that. Only a judge could answer a question like that. I am also NOT a probation officer or parole officer so I cannot answer questions that relate to parole or probation. Also please keep in mind that every state has different laws. If you are planning to ask a question about a specific law or criminal charge that pertains to your state only it could be difficult to answer. I also cannot give you legal advice on what to do or what not to do in court. Retired police officer with 26 years experience. Worked in the patrol division as well as over 14 years in the detective bureau. Investigated a wide range of crime such as murder, rape, robbery, theft, fraud, missing persons, and other very sensitive crimes. I am available to answer your questions about criminal law and especially as it applies to police work. I taught at the police academy for several years and am especially knowledgeable about search and seizure. Any question about criminal law is welcome! Please don't ask me to do your homework or ask me questions that obviously come from your teachers or professors. I also do not do online interviews or surveys. Young people need to gain face to face interviewing skills. Local police officers usually are very agreeable to assist in these assignments.

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I am a retired police officer with 26 years experience. I investigated almost every type of crime including murder, rape, theft, missing persons, fraud, and domestic abuse. I am very knowledgeable about search and seizure and taught at the police academy for several years on a variety of subjects. I can answer questions that a lot of attorneys cannot since they do not have "street experience".

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Bachelor of Science degree in Criminolgy from the University of Maryland.

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