Morgan v. Defeo

HUNTER, JR., Robert N., Judge.

Sean Scott Defeo ("Defendant") appeals from a domestic violence protection order ("DVPO"), arguing the trial court erred in its findings and in concluding he committed an act of domestic violence. We reverse.

I. Factual and Procedural History

On 7 July 2017, Sherry Lynn Morgan ("Plaintiff") filed a complaint and motion for a DVPO. Plaintiff completed the standard form provided by the Administrative Office of the Courts. She checked the box indicating "The defendant has attempted to cause or has intentionally caused me bodily injury; or has placed me or a member of…