Richards Secures Access to Calabasas Home Under Court Order

Lead Denise Richards today gained court-ordered access to her Calabasas residence to retrieve personal belongings and her dogs, while ex-husband Aaron Phypers was barred from coming within 100 yards of the property.

Nut Graf A judge granted Richards permission to enter the family home on September 13, citing her right to collect sentimental items and pets amid ongoing divorce proceedings. The move underscores the escalating legal dispute between the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star and Phypers.

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Access Granted and Restrictions A Los Angeles judge ruled that Richards may enter the Calabasas home for a limited period today to recover her mother’s heirlooms, personal effects and multiple dogs still on the premises. Phypers must maintain a 100-yard buffer from the property during this time.

Return of Stolen Devices In addition to home access, the court ordered Phypers to return Richards’ laptop and cell phone-items she alleges he unlawfully retained-by the end of the day on September 9. Those devices reportedly contain private material vital to the case.

Background of the Dispute Phypers filed for divorce in July, citing irreconcilable differences and alleging misconduct by Richards. In turn, Richards secured a temporary domestic violence restraining order after accusing Phypers of repeated physical abuse. Both parties have lodged conflicting claims regarding mistreatment and property disputes.

Previous Altercations Law enforcement intervened August 3 when Richards attempted to enter the home despite the restraining order. Authorities found no criminal violation, but the incident prompted today’s clarified court directives to prevent further confrontation.

Next Steps A follow-up hearing is set next month to decide whether to convert the temporary restraining order into a permanent one. Both sides continue to negotiate spousal support, property division and custody arrangements for their children and pets.