Q: Can I ask or suggest a judge to put my abuser in a mental health unit or rehab?
I have had a restraining order on my babies dad since 2018 he keeps harming me physical and mentally I've made so many reports he always gets released in short periods of time. I think he is mentally ill, I'm afraid he will one day hurt me badly or hurt someone else. I want to go to court and ask the judge if it's possible for him to be treated in rehab or a mental health unit because every time he comes out of jail or prison he is more violent and crazy I believe rehab or a mental health facility will be a better shot at a difference in order for my own safety and my community.
A:
if there is an active case open, talk to the DA witness assistance people.
you really should try to have a lawyer assist you.
if you can't afford one, maybe legal aid will be able to do so!
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