Q: I'm a mother of 2 boys have been with my husband for 16 years which have been hell I'm a victim of domestic violence
I need help leaving him I'm scared beacuse I'm not legally here and he threatens to take my kids I'm pregnant with our 3rd baby and I don't know what to do
A:
You need to consult with a family violence attorney or center for family violence. Additionally, you may have a claim for VAWA - which is a way to gain legal immigrant status based on being a victim of family violence. You might go to a family violence shelter, sometimes called a Women's Shelter, if the situation warrants. A person cannot hold someone's illegal immigrant status over them as a way to make them behave how they want (I know the reality is that it happens every day); however, finding out about your legal options and protections available will empower you to make the best decision for you and your children.
Best wishes.
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