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Feb 1 17:10 UTC 2006

John, I would recommend that you or your wife file for a personal
protection order on behalf of your stepson against his father. Document
your stepson's recollection of the situation while it is fresh in his
memory and photograph any bruises or markings that are as a result of
the abuse.

If his violent comments were in the form of threats against you or your
wife, it would be a good idea to seek PPOs on your behalf as well. This
way if he tries to confront either of you in public, he is toast.