Think Before You Post: How Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok Can Damage Your Court Case and Mental Health
- Michael Capleone, Sr.
- May 7
- 4 min read
In today’s world, what you post online can walk straight into a courtroom—and it can walk your case right into the ground.
Whether you’re going through a criminal court case, a divorce, fighting for custody, or trying to co-parent with someone emotionally volatile, your social media activity is not private. Family court judges, opposing attorneys, and even DHR investigators know how to pull screenshots, context, and implications from posts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
What might feel like a harmless vent, a cryptic meme, or a story filter can become evidence of instability, aggression, or parental unfitness.
So what can you do?
Avoid passive-aggressive posts. No “some people just don’t deserve custody” rants. It’s discoverable.
Don’t post your wins. Gloating or taunting can be used to portray you as antagonistic or emotionally unfit.
Don’t let friends tag you in nightlife posts. Judges can misinterpret them—especially if custody is in question.
Block your ex and their inner circle. And still, assume everything you post will get back to them.
Beyond legal danger, social media fuels emotional chaos. Algorithms reward outrage. Narcissistic exes often use social media to distort narratives and play the victim, using TikTok or Facebook as a stage for public manipulation. What’s the solution? Use your phone to document—not perform. Save evidence, don’t create new drama. And most importantly, get legal guidance.
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About Michael Capleone, Attorney at Law
Michael Capleone is a seasoned family law attorney based in Hoover, Alabama, with over 22+ years of experience helping clients navigate complex legal challenges, including divorce, child custody, parental rights, grandparent’s rights, military divorces, petition for protection from abuse, CPS and DHR matters, father’s rights, mother’s rights, relationship advice, pets/ animal custody when a relationship or marriage ends, and general family law matters, co-parenting, dealing with a narcissist, emotional recovery, and much more! As a licensed practicing attorney since 2003, is a dedicated advocate for his clients, Michael understands the emotional and legal complexities of family law cases and works tirelessly to secure favorable outcomes in his law practice.
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This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this post does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is unique—please consult with a qualified family law attorney licensed in your jurisdiction to discuss your specific situation. Also, this blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, psychological, or professional advice. It does not create an attorney-client relationship or any other professional-client relationship. The information provided is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, tax professional, psychologist, or other expert regarding your specific situation.
