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:Our client contacted us after separating from their ex-partner, who continued to send them repeated unwanted text messages and making threatening comments.
The client felt intimidated and distressed by the ongoing communication and was concerned that the behaviour would escalate.
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Unwanted text messages after Separation
Fact 1
An Alternative Step – A solicitor can send a formal warning letter to someone engaging in unwanted or intimidating behaviour, requesting conduct stops immediately.
Fact 2
They can prevent escalation: a warning letter may resolve the situation without court proceedings if the recipient takes the warning letter seriously and ceases the unwanted communication or behaviour.
Fact 3
They are not always necessary: A warning letter is not a legal requirement before applying for a non-molestation order. If someone is at risk of harm or the abuse is serious, an urgent court application may be more appropriate. Giving advance warning may also increase a risk in the circumstances.
The Problem
The Solution
:We advised the client to send a formal warning letter to the ex-partner, setting out the unacceptable nature of their behaviour and requesting that all unwanted communication cease immediately.
The letter explained that further action could be taken if the behaviour continued.
The Outcome
Following the warning letter, the ex-partner ceased all communication and no further action was required. However, had the unwanted or threatening communication continued, our advise would have been to consider applying for a non-molestation order to protect the client from further harassment and intimidation.
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Fact 1
An Alternative Step – A solicitor can send a formal warning letter to someone engaging in unwanted or intimidating behaviour, requesting conduct stops immediately.
Fact 2
They can prevent escalation: a warning letter may resolve the situation without court proceedings if the recipient takes the warning letter seriously and ceases the unwanted communication or behaviour.
Fact 3
They are not always necessary: A warning letter is not a legal requirement before applying for a non-molestation order. If someone is at risk of harm or the abuse is serious, an urgent court application may be more appropriate. Giving advance warning may also increase a risk in the circumstances.
