"My husband used to date my older sister, "Rochelle," when they were in college (back then I was in high school and only met him briefly twice). It didn't work out due to her numerous substance abuse issues, plus her penchant for shoplifting. We ended up getting together when we ran into each other some years later while we were in NYC on business."
"Beyond that, I'm sure your parents' hearts are breaking over the way her life has unfolded, and I understand their desire to protect her. But it sounds to me like she is in a really bad place and will probably get herself in trouble with the law again pretty soon regardless of what you do. Gently share that idea with them, explaining that your getting the law involved (or not) probably isn't the thing that will determine whether Rochelle's life improves."
My husband dated my older sister, Rochelle, in college but the relationship ended because of her substance abuse and shoplifting. The couple reconnected years later and married. Within the last year Rochelle began appearing at the couple's home drunk and pleading for the husband at least weekly. After the wife had a baby she reached her limit and threatened a restraining order. The parents oppose legal action because Rochelle has an extensive rap sheet and they fear jail would harm her. Advice includes ensuring the husband clearly refuses contact and encouraging family to pursue help for Rochelle's addiction and mental health, noting legal action may not determine her outcome.
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