Miscellaneous: Today, I found out that my father, who is divorced from my mother,...

By Anonymous - 07/07/2009 05:46 - United States

Today, I found out that my father, who is divorced from my mother, has set up a lawsuit against her and that I am required to go to court and testify against her as a witness. I've tried to keep neutral for six years, and I'll go to jail if I don't show up. FML

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By anonymous - 10/11/2016 14:29 - United States - Lewistown

Today, I was subpoenaed on behalf of my mother-in-law. My husband said if I didn't defend her and consequently lie under oath, our marriage is over. She said, "I can get rid of two problems in one day!" FML

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By livin - 11/09/2009 06:10 - United States

Today, I found out that on Wednesday, when I have 2 exams, I'm called to testify in court. If I go to court, I cannot make the exams. If I take the exams, I'll be held in contempt and arrested. FML

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By haku4u - 01/04/2013 23:18 - United States - Port Charlotte

Today, I got served paperwork stating that my ex-fiancée is suing me again for child support. About 7 years ago, I proved via DNA testing within the court system that I was not the father the first time. I see a talk show in my future. FML

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By Jason - 31/10/2017 04:00

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By Anonymous - 11/10/2013 16:43 - United States - Logan

Today, I finally decided to stand up for myself and quit my crappy job working for my abusive father. I gave him a few insults too, to which he reacted by calling the police and claiming I'd threatened to murder him. I spent three hours in jail before they finally let me go. FML

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By Anonymous - 04/12/2009 02:17 - United States

Today, my mom admitted that her story about my dad leaving us for his current wife was a lie. He left when he caught her with a coworker. She blocked his number and got a restraining order to keep him from telling his side of the story. I haven't talked to my dad for six years because of this. FML

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By notgivingup - 01/10/2012 03:21 - United States

Today, I had to serve my boyfriend's father with a restraining order. FML

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By kennedygeeee - 08/09/2009 02:28 - United States

Today, I found out my mom was getting remarried, to my dad. He's been in prison for five years because he pushed her out a window. FML

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By Taylor Easley - 17/03/2012 04:53 - United States

Today, my mom was put in jail for beating the shit out of my dad. FML

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mijzelffan 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 16:31

ouch. Just say you're staying neutral in the court

Hazimius 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 16:31

Despite the OP having no control over the situation, there are still YDI votes...

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miss_california 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:15

that sucks, but just tell the truth and leave it up to the judge/jury to pick a side.

lurve_hate 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:16

three things: 1. your dad is a ******* asshole. 2. tell your dad off and tell your mom you are really sorry but she has to understand that jail will ruin your life. 3. if youre really tormented by this don't go and before the court date tell you're dad that he has to pay your bail. Or your mom might be willing to do it since she would kind of owe you.

buttercup707 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:16

your dad sucks. A LOT.

shakenbake93 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:17

Just tell the judge that u r neutral and don't say anything against either of them.

Aniland 2

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:17

...there is no situation where you have to speak. You have the right to remain silent.

ZuRG_fml 7

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:22

That's when you're being arrested. OP is not being arrested, the circumstances do not apply.

lexiBRo 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:30

lol... yeah, you have the right to remain silent in a jail cell until you choose to speak. OP please don't listen to these ppl w/ their bad legal advice!!

darkmis1 17

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:21

Just plead the 5th if the questions go too far.

turtlecrk 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:24

Definitely get a lawyer. The court will probably provide one for you, for free. They will help protect your interests, and figure out what to say.

Colby_Colbert 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:24

well just tell the truth & you'll be ok. if sum1 is at fault for doing sumthing wrong, well, then they're wrong

ithedarkknight 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:29

your life cant be that bad you live in hawaii! girls in bikinis nice weather beaches everywhere lol surfs up dude!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whatever212 0

Tuesday 7 July 2009 17:32

This is obviously untrue, unless your mother is being tried for being a serial killer, major drug importer or other such grand jury criminal civil action, you cannot be compelled to testify against your mother. Better luck with your next story.