Q: My father has accused my husband of elderly abuse, neglect & financial exploitation. Will i be dragged into this?
My husband and i are seperated but still married. We were together when the majority of this allegedly occurred. Will i end up having to go into court for any reason? Also, currently there's just an order of protection out on my husband with the first hearing coming up. What happens if my husband doesn't attend?
A: You most certainly could go to court on either side...to prove that your husband did any of the things that he is accused of or to prove that you never saw him do any of those things.
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A: Typically, a 2 year order of protection will be entered against your husband if he does not attend.
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A: Yes, you will likely be called into to testify. If your husband does not show up for the OP hearing, it is likely he will receive a two year OP against him. Your husband needs an attorney to assist him with this matter. The sooner he hires an attorney, the better.
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