Q: husband abusing me. If i call the police on him then i wouldn't be able to pay all the bills by myself.
I don't wanna be with him, but he is supporting me financially. How can i be safe and not loose a roof over my head. I only have a part time job. No one wanna hire me because i speak very little english (only my friend is writing these lines for me)
A: Call House of Ruth. Google it. They provide legal counsel and assistance to battered women. They will even provide emergency housing for you and your children if you want. However, they will also help you file a petition for protection from domestic violence. A judge can order your husband out of the home and to stay away from you, your house, your work, and your minor children. The court can order him to pay you family and spousal support, including paying the rent, mortgage and utilities. A domestic violence protective order can remain in effect for a year or more. It will give you time to file for divorce and a more permanent solution. If you are not a US citizen, you may qualify for a U Visa as a victim of domestic violence which grants temporary residency for four years and a fast track to obtain a Green Card. The House of Ruth lawyers can help you with all of this.
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