Russell v. Doughty

Appellant Charles Russell appeals from two final judgments for protection against repeat violence entered against him. We reverse because the judgments are not supported by competent, substantial evidence.

Appellant lives next door to Doughty and Clough, who live together. Doughty and Clough filed separate petitions for in-junctive relief against Appellant. The petitions alleged the same set of facts: On January 26, 2009, Appellant forcefully grabbed Doughty and Clough after an altercation between their dogs; and on February 2, 2009, Appellant repeatedly rang their doorbell and yelled…