We recently read an article in Forbes magazine about a family law judge in Connecticut who ordered both parties in a divorce battle to turn over the passwords to their social network accounts. Let’s see if a judge can request this during a divorce.
So today we are asking you, our blog readers, what you think about this case and the judge’s order. As the Forbes writer points out, it’s a legally questionable order but that isn’t the issue we want to discuss. We want to know if you think it’s fair game to have complete access to your ex’s messages and comments on Facebook, eHarmony, and Match.com. Remember, your ex won’t only be talking about you on social networks, he/she will be sharing thoughts on several subjects including planning dates with a new romantic interest. Should all that information be available to you and your attorney during a divorce? Is it relevant or is this an unwarranted invasion of privacy?
Patrick Crawford is an Annapolis Family Lawyer dedicated to helping you through the most complex and emotional family law matters. During his career, Patrick has successfully represented countless people in divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence, and other family law cases of diverse complexity.
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