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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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I found out that I have to appear in juvenile court because I refused to go visit my dad, even though it was court ordered. FML
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
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
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
Today, I found out that my best friend's dad used my internet connection to make threats online. I'm going to have to go to court for it. FML
Today, I found out my newly-divorced father is now going to marry my girlfriend's mother. Tough situation here. FML
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
Today, I got served with a child support hearing. I've never met the woman suing and the person she’s going after has the same name as me. The court people told me not to worry, but those are famous last words and I know it. FML
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
Today, I found out that I have to appear in juvenile court because I kept running away from home. I kept running away because my stepdad beats my mom and she won't do anything about it. They said I might have to go to detention. FML
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mijzelffan 0
ouch. Just say you're staying neutral in the court
Hazimius 0
Despite the OP having no control over the situation, there are still YDI votes...
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spamtastic404 0
plead the fifth then you wont have to say anything :
I_am_stupid_also 6
They can put put you in jail for contempt of court until you talk. You would need a lawyer to get yourself out of that mess. The lawyer would have to establish there really self-incriminating matter involved.
FreedomFirst 0
I would talk to a lawyer and find out if you are actually required. If so, personally, I would tell your dad that it's a shame his money means more to him than his child.
tradit03 0
I smell bs from the fml. kinda like someone I know. ..
bobthecowenator 0
Just plead the fifth. You don't actually have to talk.
jklol2 0
"Plead the 5th" this, "Plead the 5th" that. Stop throwing "Plead the 5th" around when it doesn't work with the situation whatsoever. Read the amendment CAREFULLY before posting your ignorant comments.
sika_fml 0
God that's so ridiculous. We have spousal immunity to keep married people from having to testify against each other...but we nothing to protect children or other family members. Stupid justice system.
mikew85 0
Can you plead or refuse to answer the questions some other way?
CaptainPat 0
Plead the 5th, OR, say its a conflict of interest.
starvingxartist 0
yeah, and you're an idiot because just because you have to show up doesn't mean you have to testify. your mom's not even required to testify. you fully have the right to just keep your mouth shut.
Eddyoftheabc 0
IF YOU PEOPLE DON'T STOP ASKING ABOUT PLEADING THE FIFTH, I WILL TYPE IN ALL CAPS IN EVERY POST I MAKE ON FML.