After the former "Real Housewives" star petitioned the court earlier this week, claiming that Phypers had stolen her computer and "disseminated private information, including nude photographs" to "various news organizations," Judge Nicole Bershon demanded he return the device within 48 hours.

A source tells PEOPLE that Richards, who was was previously a main cast member on 'RHOBH' but exited the series in 2020, has been leaning on her former costars as she navigates her divorce

The "RHOBH" alum's attorney claimed Richards "entered the home to retrieve her dogs after learning that Mr. Phypers had put down one of her other dogs without her knowledge or permission."