Q: A woman lied against me to her husband. Her husband came yelling, threatening me and ripped off my top exposed my breast
A woman lied against me to her husband. Her husband came yelling, threatening me and ripped off my top exposed my breast. Can I press criminal charges against the husband and get a restraining order against the wife
A: You should have reported it to law enforcement. I doubt they will do much these days but you still should have reported it. You could sue him in civil court (small claims court most likely) for assaulting you. Probably not a big case. And as for getting a restraining order against her - I don't do those but they aren't very hard to get. You would have to figure it out on your own or hire an attorney to do it. Most family law (divorce) attorneys know how to get restraining orders so that would be a good place to start.
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A: Under California law, the husband's actions could be considered assault, battery, and potentially sexual battery, giving you grounds to press criminal charges. Additionally, if you feel threatened or harassed by the wife, you may seek a restraining order against her. It's advisable to contact law enforcement and consult with an attorney to discuss the specifics of your situation and pursue appropriate legal action.
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