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Judge Issues 100-Yard Restraining Order Against Sabrina Carpenter Stalker

6/2/2026

Summary

Carpenter Protected

A Los Angeles judge issued a restraining order on May 29, 2026 barring William Applegate within 100 yards of Sabrina Carpenter.
The order also shields Carpenter’s sister Sarah and her boyfriend, who live in the Hollywood Hills.
Detective Peter Doomanis said Applegate stalked Carpenter, trespassed and tried to open her front door on May 23, 2026, leading to his arrest.
A hearing is set for June 17, 2026 and Applegate’s court date for June 18, 2026.

Summary

Court Shields Carpenter

The court issued a restraining order on May 29, 2026 that also protects Carpenter’s sister Sarah and her boyfriend George, describing the alleged stalker’s approach as deliberate, calculated and aggressive.
Ring doorbell footage submitted to the court shows Applegate trying to open Carpenter’s front door on May 23, 2026.
Coverage varied, with a center-leaning outlet emphasizing security findings, a right-leaning outlet quoting Carpenter’s declaration, and a neutral outlet stressing the detective’s threat assessment.

Summary

Carpenter Secured

A civil harassment restraining order was filed to protect Sabrina Carpenter rather than pursue criminal prosecution.
Security guards observed William Applegate repeatedly parking close to Carpenter’s home, reclining his seat and remaining for hours on May 24 and May 25.
The District Attorney’s office confirmed that despite Applegate’s arrest for criminal trespass, no criminal charges have been filed.

History

Historical Context

In 1990 Judge John Watson and Rep. Ed Royce introduced California Penal Code 646.9, and the LAPD created a Threat Management Unit. The 1995 murder of actress Rebecca Schaeffer spurred the enactment of the law, establishing restraining orders for stalking victims. On May 29 2026 a Los Angeles judge issued a civil harassment order protecting singer Sabrina Carpenter, showing the statute’s lasting impact.

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Carpenter Protected

A Los Angeles judge issued a restraining order on May 29, 2026 barring William Applegate within 100 yards of Sabrina Carpenter.
The order also shields Carpenter’s sister Sarah and her boyfriend, who live in the Hollywood Hills.
Detective Peter Doomanis said Applegate stalked Carpenter, trespassed and tried to open her front door on May 23, 2026, leading to his arrest.
A hearing is set for June 17, 2026 and Applegate’s court date for June 18, 2026.

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