This Beyond Parental Alienation website and Facebook group has been around now for going on 10 years. 10 years of setbacks and frustration, but also of better access to better information that can be really helpful for those of us in one of the most difficult situations a person can face. of difficulties in alienation; difficulties both emotionally and legally.
Leverage the Law
And now, in the beginning of the year 2024, we are excited to talk about an extension of this mission into the legal arena: Leverage The Law. Leverage The Law is designed to help provide more options for fighting back in court. The power of the Internet and legal innovation are are things many parents struggle to understand has more options and ways than ever before of taking effective action.
If you are experiencing systemic legal problems or are looking for new ways to safeguard your relationship with your children, this platform provides valuable tools and different choices. I wish we could say it makes it easier but it remains hard work. Only now we can be more confident out efforts can actually get better outcomes.
Federal Civil rights Lawsuit
We (another parent and myself) have filed a federal Civil Rights lawsuit in Federal Court. We are pro se and working off of years of research, learning and getting knocked around over and over. Te only thing I can think of worse than that would be to getting knocked around and thinking I was alone without any help.
This case is explained in the press release and is designed to be a major leap in the ability of holding those accountable who ae subverting and enabling structures that are not serving parents or their children. It’s a risky move, but the alternative is of not trying would be worse. If successful it could be a game-changer.
We are more than just inviting you to know more—we are asking for your own experiences of things that have worked. Even small things can add up to big ones.
We ask you check out the Web site and the new Leverage the Law Facebook page and connecting with us. Your support and involvement matters. We can strengthen our collective voice, share our experiences and bring support to each other in this ongoing fight for justice. If you know of people who might be able to asist, if even with some tips and pointers we are more than happy to hear from them as well. 🙂
PRESS RELEASE
North Carolina AG’s Office; Judges Face Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit for Violations Including False Arrest
Raleigh, NC – August 2024: A 15-count federal lawsuit has been filed against the Office of the North Carolina Attorney General and four Wake County Family Court Judges, alleging systemic civil rights violations under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, including false arrest and wrongful detention. Filed on July 30, 2024, by plaintiffs Michael Scott Davis and Stetson Mansfield Webster, the lawsuit names the NC Attorney General’s Office in its official capacity, along with Lead Domestic Court Judge Brian Ratledge and Family Court Judges Julie Bell, Damion McCullers, and Jennifer Bedford in both their official and individual capacities as defendants.
Included in the lawsuit’s 15 documented incidents is the wrongful arrest and detainment of Michael Scott Davis without evidence, notice, or opportunity to comply with court orders. Similarly, Stetson Mansfield Webster was unjustly detained despite his proven compliance with court-mandated obligations. These actions, described as egregious violations of the plaintiffs’ civil rights, have inflicted significant emotional and financial distress on both the plaintiffs and their families.
Court documents reveal that the plaintiffs made exhaustive efforts over several years to obtain relief, including formal complaints to the North Carolina Judicial Standards Commission (NCJSC). However, despite clear evidence of both federal and state constitutional violations, their efforts were met with denial, inaction, and retaliation, making federal intervention necessary to address these injustices.
“This case underscores the urgent need for federal intervention when state courts fail to uphold the rights of individuals,” the plaintiffs stated. “We seek to hold those accountable who have willfully and repeatedly violated our rights under both federal and North Carolina state constitutions.”
For more details, you can view the full press release and related court documents on the Leverage The Law website. Additionally, if you are dealing with issues related to family court or parental alienation, visit our blog at Beyond Parental Alienation for helpful insights and legal tips.
The lawsuit also includes a request for a criminal referral under 18 U.S.C. § 242, which addresses the deprivation of constitutional rights under color of law. The actions of the defendants are presented as meeting the criteria for such a referral, with federal authorities called upon to investigate.
For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis or Stetson Webster at contact@levergethelaw.com
I am in a three year unreasonable and unconstitutional battle against my ex with Judge Bell. I lost custody for being tardy after wearing an alcohol monitoring and tracking device for over 2 years. I’ve never had one ticket or charge ever. Never been in trouble. Ever. Ex just said I’m an alcoholic.
Oh and my 55 page private medical history was shared illegally:
I’ve got cases for that in the superior court but I still have to face her in district. Please help