Greenwade v. Tepper

FLYNN, J. pro tempore

Respondent appeals from the trial court’s entry of a stalking protective order (SPO) pursuant to ORS 30.866(1).1 Respondent argues that the trial court erred when it granted the order because the evidence does not permit a finding that respondent engaged in “repeated and unwanted contact” that meets the requirements for issuance of an SPO. We agree with respondent and, accordingly, reverse.

ORS 30.866(1) provides that a person may obtain an SPO against another person if:

“(a) The person intentionally, knowingly or recklessly engages in repeated and unwanted contact with the…