Can I call the police?

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My aunt and her daughters recently moved into my apartment (with my parents and me) because her ex-husband was being abusive towards her. She moved in because she didn't feel safe on her own because her ex is a predator. He was coercing her into sex for money (he owes her money for child support) and my aunt in mentally ill so she will give in very easily. She can't work because of her medical conditions and is in the process of getting Social Security and some other government help, which has been taking a long while, so she doesn't have much money at the moment, which is also a factor in why she'll give in to his coercion tactics. She has called the cops on him more than once because of his actions, but the police have yet to do anything helpful (partly because my aunt is mentally ill and hard to work with).
Lately he's been coming over to my house to see her and her two daughters. I do not like this man, I know what he's capable of, and I do not want him in my house. He is a sexist predator and I want him out of my home. He thinks what he's doing is ok, and I don't feel safe with him around.
Now, on to my question. Do I have the right to call the police to escort him off of my property for trespassing? Do I have to warn him that I'll call first before I actually call? 
I live in California if that helps any.
Thank you very much for your time.

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I believe you would need to worn him at least once and after that if he keeps showing up at your house, feel free to call the police!!! You should also try getting your aunt some help and put that guy away.. not only is he a danger to your family but to others...  take action and don't be afraid there is alot of help out there!

Lindy · Answer

It depends on what the courts decided between their divorce (like, if he is allowed or not allowed to visit his children at your home, and whether he has to make a set time etc) 

I mean, it is your parents home, so if they don't want him there and he won't leave - then yes, call the police. If he is being threatening and violent - yes, call the police. Has your aunt invited him over during these times? If so, then he does have the right to be there.

I'm not sure how old you are but you should tell your parents you do not feel comfortable with him in the house when they aren't home. If fact, for safety reasons (I am assuming youre a teenager, because I don't know) he shouldn't be allowed to visit your home with only yourself (a teenager), children, and a mentally unstable woman... because, theres not any adults present. Talk to them, explain you feel unsafe. I'm sure they care about your safety.

I think of this occation, you need to weight up the situation. You don't know what he will do if you make him angry. Ask him to leave, if he doesn't, then by all means call the police.

Other than that, if you have a lock on your bedroom door, or can lock a room, go in there, lock yourself in. At least you will be safe.

Or maybe go to a friends house for a couple hours until your parents are due home.

Lacey · Answer

You will probably need your parents to call because the police will ask you for a report. (name, age number ect.) Plus if you called and said that you felt unsafe and that you were a minor they may see it as something you need to consult the adult there because she doesn't feel the same way. So tel you're parents he is coming over and you would like him to not be there when you and your cousin are. If you are alone and something starts to go wrong you can call of course. No you do not have to tell him first btw. If you don't feel like you can talk to your parents and you feel this strongly about it you can call and say you don't feel safe with the man visiting your aunt in your house. They may suggest something first, but eventually will probably come out. Best of luck(:

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if you tell him to leave and he won't then it is considered trespassing. However, if you let him come into you home to see the girls then secretly call the cops that wouldn't be because you let him in.

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