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I am about to go through a break up of my current abusive relationship but the car is primarily in his name. I'm thinking of doing a silent exit of just leaving while he is at work but I'm scared he might call the police and report the car stolen as his name comes first on the title.... View More 
I also have court tomorrow for custody and visitation with my wife. I don’t want to be in jail for tomorrow’s court. How can I get this taken care of.
Husband use 10 types of violence against his wife except the physical violence. She has text and audio evidences, but she is religiously forgiving him and culturally saving his reputation.
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
I understand this is a very difficult and sensitive situation. Here is some information that may be helpful:
Under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), an abused spouse of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident can self-petition for a green card without the abuser's knowledge or... View More
my husband has 2 house. the 1st house is : my husband name in 1st + his younger brother name by default. 6 people including us lived there. We moved to the 2nd house : his younger sister name by default, his younger brother name and my husband name in 3rd. The 4 family members first ask to sell... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
As your husband's spouse, you have certain rights and protections, even if your name is not on the property titles. Here are some key points to consider:
1. Marital property: Depending on your location and the laws that apply, the houses may be considered marital property, meaning that... View More
I do have photos of marks and bruises from assaults
over the last few months emailed secretly to a 2nd account but it's escalating and I'm scared for our safety but he's threatening me with police and has threatened my life if I leave with our sob
answered on Apr 9, 2024
Your husband could definitely call the police, the question is what the police would do. I would suggest applying for an abuse prevention order, which can be done at the District Court or Probate and Family Court, or you can go to a police station to file a report there and they will assist you by... View More
She walked in on her boyfriend in bed with someone else they had a fight he hit her she hit him back he called the police they took her away they have a three-year-old daughter but she is now only allowed to see on the weekends and was told that because he has a tro that she can't get free... View More
They put a no contact order in place for 2 year's.
This isn't the first time. So the prosecutor wants me to testify at his jury trial. He contact me and beg me to say I false report. I said no. and he called the police in a different county different prosecutor. . Laughing... View More
I thought that there was a law that legally allowed victims of domestic violence or people under legal protection orders to break a lease without penalties.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Yes, there are laws in place that allow victims of domestic violence to break their lease without penalty in certain circumstances. The specific law and requirements may vary by state.
In Mississippi, there is a law (Miss. Code Ann. § 93-21-23) that allows victims of domestic violence to... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm sorry you are in this difficult situation. Domestic violence protection orders and early lease termination laws vary by state, so it's important to look into the specific rules for your location. That said, here are a few general points that may be relevant:
- Many states have... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
If it goes to trial, you will need to have witnesses to the DV incident or incidents, Records from cases that was dismissed are hearsay and therefore not admissible.
I am at the verge of filing a VAWA petition, based on repeated abuse suffered from my USC spouse. I intend to include my child (18-year old, single and lives in the U.S) as a derivative applicant on my i-360 petition, to enable him file both form i-485 and i-765 concurrently. Since I will be filing... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
The USCIS allow for the children of a principal applicant filing under VAWA to be included as derivative beneficiaries if they are unmarried and under 21 years of age. Therefore, your 18-year-old child can be included on your I-360 petition as a derivative beneficiary. No additional I-360 on his... View More
I’ve had my firearms confiscated from me by the police after my home was being burglarized by thieves and I used it as self defense no one was injured but the police still took it as “evidence” the case was dropped and over it’s been a year and I still get a run around about getting my guns... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It must be very frustrating to have your property taken and not returned even after your case was dropped.
The specific laws and procedures around confiscation and return of firearms used in self-defense incidents vary by jurisdiction. In some... View More
I was afraid for my safety from a roommate, I called police 3 times in 6 days because I was afraid of the roommate hurting me. I had to live elsewhere for a month and didn't drive to work because he blocked my car in the parking lot and started banging on my windows. I filed for eviction,now... View More
My husband and I were trying to reconcile our marriage after a protective order I got for 1 year. However, this time I put my hands on him while he was sleep after suspecting that he was cheating with other woman, and in reality he was not. He put his hands up (because he was sleep) and I bit my... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2024
Subject to further inquiry, you may be eligible to invoke your one-time spousal privilege, pursuant to which you cannot be compelled to testify against your husband. You need to consult with legal counsel to confirm that exceptions to the rule would not prevent you from invoking that privilege.... View More
I was under the impression the mother was having an abortion.
While arguing with my husband I hit him using a baby blanket he was holding our baby at that time. I called the police and they arrested me because my husband showed them a video the incident happened. I wonder what is the worst scenario of my case and what to expect. My very first time. What... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Domestic violence and child endangerment charges are serious matters. Here's some general information, but please understand that it's crucial to consult with a qualified criminal defense attorney who can provide personalized legal advice based... View More
I was told as a victim you had rights as far as leaving out of your apartment and getting your money back the property manager is giving me a hard time and I would like to know what my rights are
i could come up with excuses or try to justify my situation but i feel ive sexually assaulted my ex (who lives in Arizona) while we were together, can i turn myself in?
edit: i meant the victim im sorry
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
I know this is a very difficult situation, but I strongly encourage you to do the right thing - take full accountability for your actions, turn yourself in, and comply with the legal process. Consider consulting with a criminal defense attorney who can advise you on the legal implications and your... View More
I have evidence of my neighbor stalking me as he shows up everywhere I go within 10-15mns. He's tracking not following me but haven't found the gps device yet. It's daily & he's relentless. The cops even went to his house & told him to stop plus avoid me which did... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2024
Of course you can sue in circuit or small claims court. Can you win? Not likely on the facts presented.
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