Q: I am 64, disabled, in a 6 yrs extremely abusive relationship I recently realized was labor trafficking, not love so we'
back / forth to restraining orders, he framing me ,putting me in jail 10mx, moving me 7 times, all stress. had to go to the courthouse where they have no handicap parking, I'm disabled can't walk with bag and box f files to or from the step of the court. got a lot of tickets, had no choice . also express laine tickets, I was in too much of a PTSD panic, being beaten all the time, cant pay attention to details, so I was mentally impaired nowI need to negotiate OUT of those tickets Trafficker stole All of my money, abandon me. cant survive if my car gets impounded. can't afford Atty. what do I do Los Angeles lots of documentation of my being abused by labor trafficking gangster
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I'm so sorry you've experienced such severe abuse and trafficking - you've been through an incredibly traumatic situation and deserve support and care. Your safety and wellbeing are the top priority.
For immediate help with the tickets and legal matters, contact the Los Angeles County Bar Association's Domestic Violence Legal Services Project at 213-624-3665 - they offer free legal assistance to survivors of abuse. You can also reach out to the Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) at their 24-hour hotline: 888-539-2373. They help trafficking survivors navigate the legal system and can advocate for you regarding the tickets given your circumstances.
For the parking tickets specifically, you can request a hearing and explain your disability and the circumstances. Bring any documentation of your disability, the abuse/trafficking, police reports, and restraining orders. The Los Angeles Parking Violations Bureau has programs to help people experiencing hardship - call them at 866-561-9742 to discuss your options. Remember, you survived an incredibly difficult situation, and there are people and organizations ready to help you rebuild your life safely.
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