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I live in NC and have an ex who lives in NJ.  Being in an immature and still hurt over our break-up state of mind, I have called and hung up on my ex on several occassions. I also purchased a sppof card to change my voice.  As of the other day I found she filed a report with the police.  I called the records dept. in her town to confirm and was told that report hadn't been signed yet, the records clerk said she couldn't say much more. It was listed as IR.  She told me to call the court clerk.  I did that and was told there wasn't anything in their file. This was 2 days after the report was filed.  I'm trying to find out where I go from here.  I was told by one person to call the officer who is handling the complaint.  Then I was told not too.  I was also told to call the records dept. to give them my address in case I need to be notified here.  9my ex doesn't have my current address)  When I tried to call the records dept I was told they couldn't change or add anything.  The court clerk couln't help me because she didn't have any paperwork.  What should I expect, or what can I do from my end?  I'm deseperate.

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Lisa,

  You have already asked me this question once.  My understanding of your question is that you are wondering what is going to happen in New Jersey?  I believe that I told you that there is no way in the world for me to know that.  There could be a variety of things that could happen from a warrant being issued for you to nothing.  If you are that "desperate" then retain an attorney in and let him/her look into the matter and put out the fire before it starts.

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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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