Hakob B. v. Tina S. CA2/5

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

I. Renewal Hearing Testimony of Tina S.

A. The DVRO In May 2020 Tina S. (Tina) filed a request for a DVRO, naming her husband Hakob B. (Hakob) as the person to be restrained. While there were numerous incidents alleged to support the restraining order, the testimony at the renewal motion highlighted those set forth below.

June 18, 2019. As Tina was preparing to depart the residence for her mother’s home, Hakob told her that he wanted her to return within two hours. Tina encountered traffic on the way home and was delayed. She ultimately arrived after the two- hour deadline. Hakob was not home, but when he arrived, he was angry about Tina’s tardiness and slapped her face.

July 3, 2019. Tina was nine months pregnant with their son (A.B.). During an argument, Hakob threatened to kill her.

1 We granted appellant’s request to use pseudonyms “Tina S.,” “Hakob B.” (respondent), and “A.B.” (the parties’ minor child). (See Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.90(b)(1).)

2 He commented, “Watch after [the] divorce what I am going to do to you.” Video of the event was played for the trial court.

February 25, 2020. Tina locked herself in a bedroom…