EP16: Screenshots, Texts, and Posts: What Becomes Evidence in Divorce

What’s really at stake when you post during a divorce?In this episode of Behind the Case, attorneys Tina Campbell and Heather Ogier explain how social media has quietly become one of the biggest factors in custody disputes, property division, and courtroom perception. From Facebook comments to Snapchat screenshots, they’ve seen it all used in court, and the consequences are real.“If you’re asking the court for custody, but spending time bashing the other parent online, that will be used against you,” Heather explains. And it’s not just what you post, Tina points out that even comments from friends on your page can harm your case if you don’t shut them down. “You control your page. That means you're responsible for what stays up.”The conversation also touches on common missteps, like sharing photos with a new partner before the divorce is finalized, or deleting old posts once litigation begins, both of which can do more harm than good.Key discussions in this episode:(0:50) Can posts & texts be used in court?(3:26) How posts shape the court’s view of you(6:56) Why deleting posts is a legal mistake(7:53) Why nothing online is really private(9:08) Post-divorce posts can come back later(10:27) Is parent shaming online considered a legal issue?(11:30) How new relationships affect your case(14:19) Why children’s posts matter in divorceIf you're preparing for a divorce or already in the middle of one, this episode offers practical, no-nonsense advice about what to avoid and how to protect your case. And if you’re in the DFW area and need legal guidance, Turner Monahan PLLC is here to help. Reach out to schedule a free consultation.Contact Us Today! ➡ Book Your Free Consultation With Our Team➡ Explore our website for additional details➡ Dive into our blog for insights on related subjectsDisclaimerThe commentary and opinions are for informational and educational purposes only and not to provide legal advice. You should contact an attorney in your state for legal advice concerning any particular issue or problem. You can become a client and enter the attorney-client privilege only after hiring Turner-Monahan, PLLC, by signing a written retainer agreement.