My friend"s fiance has this guy coming to her door and yelling. He’s on drugs and when my friend opens the door he just stands there and yells in his face. He has been arrested for harassment but continually gets bailed out. This is going to get worse sooner than later. She has two girls there also. What can he do?
I am not a lawyer, but I played one on TV once! The guy harassing record is there and yes, he keeps getting let out. Has there been a restraining order against him? If anybody’s life is possibly in danger it would be the first and best step in protecting yourself. Then if he continues and comes back and anyone is threatened by him, you will have the upper hand. The more steps you take to solve this problem the better position you are in a self-defense situation. I hope that helps!
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@Steven346 YES just like Todd30 stated, A RESTRAINING ORDER needs to be filed on that FOOL! 
Start with a restraining order. Harrassment is generally a nuisance complaint, while violating a restraining order is at least a misdemeanor. Avoid violence and threats.
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Make sure reports are filed every time they have to call the police. Have they gone and talked to the police at the station?
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I believe he is getting a restraining order now. Thanks.
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Is there some type of relationship there? I mean, why does this person keep coming back yelling at her? An ex or something? She definitely needs to file a restraining order AND call the police EVERYTIME he shows up. Moreover, she should probably have a way to protect herself in case it escalates. I’ve seen an heard of WAY to many domestic abuse situations ending very badly.
Just a crazed neighbor focused on her. Her fiance spends more time there but the guy still harasses
It is a very unfortunate situation, Depending on the state, of course. But cops or judge may tell you the guy has a right to be there in public space, and he is just exercising his 1A right, and to handle it amicably between neighbors. Let your friend not be surprised if this happens. Plan B is to move.
People like this guy are not uncommon. They are a cancer to the communities. Unfortunately, our legal system fall short in this regard.
Thanks
One thing I thought of…if her home is a private home, i.e. not a multi-dwelling apartment complex, post a no trespassing sign on the property. The man does not have a right to come on someones private property without legitimate reason. He can exercise his 1A rights from the property line. For a typical home, you don’t actually need a no trespassing sign but it doesn’t hurt to make it clear.
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Install a security camera.
Rig a trip wire.
Don’t answer/open the door.
Get a big dog then open the door and say sic.
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Great ideas
A big dog works wonders. I’ve been amazed, on a few occasions when I’ve seen unsolicited persons coming to my door, how quickly they back away when my German Shepherd mix starts barking. It’s almost comical.