We live in an age where it’s common to turn to social media for a multitude of reasons – to vent about a problem, to show off holiday photos, to ask for advice or recommendations, or even to share what we are eating for breakfast.
Going through a separation can be an extremely difficult time in a person’s life. Under such pressures, it is not uncommon to turn to social media to get emotional support from friends and family.
If you are going through family law proceedings, it is extremely important to keep in mind that what you say on social media can have significant implications on your case. It has become increasingly common for social media posts to be relied on as evidence in these matters.
Here are some useful tips to keep in mind:
1. It is a good idea to change passwords following a separation, especially if your partner was aware of your log in details. This will not only protect your privacy but it also ensures your former partner cannot access your accounts and post on your behalf.
2. Keep in mind that anything you post will most likely be funnelled back to your former partner. It is common for social media posts to be used as evidence in situations where the content sheds light on what orders a court should make.
3. Consider asking your close friends, family and/or your new partner to also be mindful of what they post as this can reflect on you.
4. You should also be aware that social media posts can provide information on your location through location data or metadata.
5. It is a good idea to ensure that anything you post is of a tasteful nature. Distasteful posts can be presented in Court as evidence of your lifestyle and the impact your lifestyle could have on your children.
6. Under no circumstances should you post any content that mocks the Court, the Judge or any social worker you are dealing with. It is highly likely this content will be funnelled back to the Court and content of this nature is taken very seriously.
Tonkin Drysdale Partners offers the largest Family Law team on the Central Coast, including Lee Pawlak who is an Accredited Specialist in Family Law.
If you need assistance, one of our experts would be delighted to help.
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