Jenkins v. Jenkins.
Court of Appeals of Georgia
1Opinion of the Court
Goss, Judge.
We granted David Jenkins's application for a discretionary appeal concerning the entry of a 12-month protective order against him as sought by his daughter Michelle. Jenkins argues that the trial court abused its discretion when it granted the protective order because the evidence did not show that he stalked his daughter, that he posed any danger to her, or that she was in reasonable fear for her safety. We find no error and affirm.
"The grant or denial of a motion for a protective order lies within the sound discretion of the trial court, and its decision on such a motion will…
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