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[quote=Anonymous]I would print the stuff, they will scan it in. Otherwise they will take pictures of your phone.

Call the station and ask when would be a good time to come in and speak to someone.

Definitely this is grounds for wanting some protection. Not sure how the officer will see it but go in, it becomes part of the record and shows you value your safety.

Lots of why didnt I go in sooner questions when I went.

I would write up a brief summary as far back as it goes, like 2-3 spaced brief pages

April - june 2015 - over 200 emails sent
August 2016 - changed number for the second time
February  2018 - received package containing
Etc. And get more specific in the recent events

Express your fear and your feelings about all of this. It sounds difficult to live your life with this happening and stress that. There might be little they can do but this is serious and who knows what happens if you leave it.

I have a 5 yr protection order and I go in everytime its breached. They can't arrest someone just for being mentally ill but again it paints a picture of what my life was like and sets some ground for if/when the person escalates.

It's all very overwhelming so practice good self care and be easy on yourself. These are not dumb questions.

At my kids school I send a letter with a picture of the person to relevant staff, one teacher asked for this and I thought it was great.

Expect some escalation if they grant the protection. Hugs and I think it's great you are doing this for yourself and your family. I know it's hard, but no one deserves to live like that waiting for what's next. Let the police decide what's violent and careful not to downplay your experience and feelings (as is common in people who have experienced abuse).[/quote]

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