Q: Hi, is it possible to press criminal charges for DV against my husband whom I no longer live with, but who
repeatedly sabotaged my recovery from a traumatic brain injury that he indirectly caused? A week after the injury, he threw me on the bed and screamed in my ear twice. He fought with me the day of the injury and locked me in a car for 4 hours the following day. This type of thing happened over and over until I finally moved out of the house to try to recover. I have filed for divorce, but I want to know if I can press criminal charges against him as well. The injury happened 11 months ago. I have emails and texts from him admitting his behavior and "apologizing" for it. I am now unable to work because of this injury and likely have permanent brain damage because I was never allowed to heal during the crucial recovery period. Thank you for your time.
A: Talk to the attorney you retained to assist you with your divorce. If you did not engage an attorney to assist you, you may encounter some challenges navigating the process. The possible criminal case will require a careful investigation to evaluate your evidence and testimony and any possible complications that may arise.
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