Q: My ex boyfriend was charged with aggravated assault and family battery. I’m the victim. We have a lease on a house
Together and of course live together, we were working on our problems together to make it work. Well last Sunday he decided to put his hands on me again and was arrested. The judge denied bond since he was already on a bond for the first case going to trial still. So he sits in Henry county jail until next court date. What is going to happen? He of course has an attorney. I’m working on getting out of the lease getting a TPO order. I was reading he can possibly not come out and get 5 years? I don’t know what his new charges are since he is waiting for a court date in jail. I’m sure they will be the same charges. I’m just curious what is going to happen in this case and do I need an attorney since it’s the state against him?
A:
Lots to unpack there, and you have a lot of influence over the process as much as the State is going to use their independent tools to determine what happens.
The local prosecutors should have a victim witness team to support and guide you, although remember they work for the prosecution and have an agenda.
You don't need a lawyer, but a lawyer could provide a lot of guidance as you untangle yourself from the relationship.
The TPO will be a great start and that department at the court generally has a list of local resources you can access. Best of luck!!!
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