Sabrina Carpenter Wins 5-Year Order Against Alleged Stalker

A Los Angeles County judge granted pop star Sabrina Carpenter a five-year restraining order against William Applegate after he attempted to enter her home in May. Judge David I. Wasserman ordered Applegate to stay 100 yards away from the singer and her properties until June 17, 2031, following claims by Applegate that he is part of a “classified military government program.”

What are the terms of the restraining order?

Judge David I. Wasserman ordered William Applegate to maintain a distance of at least 100 yards from Sabrina Carpenter at all times. The order remains in effect until midnight on June 17, 2031.

Applegate is prohibited from approaching Carpenter’s homes, vehicles, and places of work. The court further barred him from attempting to contact the singer and prohibited him from owning or possessing any ammunition or firearms.

Did You Know? The court-ordered protection for Sabrina Carpenter extends for five years, officially expiring at midnight on June 17, 2031.

Why did the court grant the protection order?

The ruling follows an incident on May 23 where Applegate broke into a neighbor’s property and climbed a fence to try and open Carpenter’s front door while she was inside. Carpenter’s lawyer, Blair Berk, stated this action “seriously alarmed and harassed” the singer.

Sabrina Carpenter uses Ring cam footage in plea for restraining order against William Applegate.

Berk argued that Applegate admitted in court declarations and social media posts to visiting Carpenter’s private residences on more than a dozen occasions. In a signed declaration, Carpenter described the attempt to enter her home as one of the “most disturbing violations of personal safety and privacy” she has experienced.

During testimony, Applegate claimed he was recruited at a Los Angeles hotel for a program involving “the second coming of Christ.” He told the court that being with Carpenter was “essential” to save the world, claiming, “I’m the center. I’m key to this entire process.”

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the transition from social media posts to physical trespassing represents a critical escalation in stalking behavior. By implementing a five-year ban and firearm restrictions, the court is addressing a documented pattern of fixation that law enforcement identifies as a high-risk trajectory for victim safety.

What happens next for William Applegate?

Applegate faces immediate legal consequences beyond the restraining order. He was arrested at Carpenter’s home in May after refusing to leave the premises.

A criminal court hearing regarding that arrest is scheduled for tomorrow. He may face further penalties if the court finds his actions violated criminal statutes regarding trespassing or stalking.

Los Angeles Police Department Detective Peter Doomanis described Applegate as a “fixated, obsessional individual.” Doomanis wrote that the conduct, which may have begun around April 20, 2026, poses a “serious and escalating risk” to safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Sabrina Carpenter testify in court? No. Carpenter appeared via video link but did not testify.
What was the basis for Applegate’s claims? Applegate testified that he is part of a “classified military government program” and believed he must be with Carpenter to save the world.
What did the judge say to Applegate regarding his beliefs? Judge Wasserman told Applegate that while he understood his beliefs, the court order must be obeyed over any “military commands” Applegate believes he is following.

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