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Q: How do i protect myself from abuse while trying to leave? mental and emotion abuse that is controlling. kids exposed too

His behavior is starting to come between me and my children. They are no mimicking his behavior. He also does everything he can to prevent me from seeing people in my family. The youngest has also missed a lot of school without doctor excuses and has developmental delays. My oldest is now afraid to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can a guardian at litum force you to move in a domestic violence case??
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answered on Nov 30, 2023

No, but the GAL will report bad things about you to Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law and Landlord - Tenant for Tennessee on
Q: Tn laws on tenant aiming a loaded gun at Property Owner's minor Son and his Mother
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answered on Nov 27, 2023

What is your question? It sounds like either an aggravated assault or justifiable self defense.

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Q: I plead guilty to a misdemeanor domestic violence charge in 2017. Will I ever be able to purchase a firearm again in TN?
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answered on Nov 22, 2023

No...That misdemeanor is worst than some felonies. You might apply for a governor's pardon sometime. But consult with a competent attorney and learn of the many effective weapons legally available to you. Noone should ever plead guilty to that charge without diversion involved.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Domestic Violence and Contracts for Tennessee on
Q: Can I get back down payment on a house I bought with a partner that started psychically abusing me?

(typo: *physically abusing me) I moved out a few months ago and we used a quitclaim deed to get me off the title, but I am still on the mortgage and they threatened to sue me for missed payments since I agreed to pay until the end of this year. I agreed at first out of fear but now I want to know... View More

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answered on Nov 9, 2023

Physical attack by another tenant is not a release from financial obligation on a note secured by a deed of trust. CH 7 Bankruptcy might be an option. Why did you give a deed without payment therefor? Usually the lender will foreclose on the home first, then possibly come after the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: In Tennessee I was having a dissociative break down needing to my mother to help me focus and calm me instead amp up.

Amp me up till she is threatening and started to tell me get the fk out and I don't take meds id die out in the woods do cuz I won't " shut up, I'm 40 .no license no friends no nothin was clean from hard drugs almost 5 yrs but I can't implement all the things the thought... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: Does new 100% sentence law in Tennessee effect people who have already been sentenced or can they still get parole

New law in Tennessee said some crimes have to serve 100% and not get parole now. Does this apply to someone already sentenced before new law ?

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answered on Oct 17, 2023

It is not retroactive. But charges initiated after its implementation will generate 100% to be served Sentences.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: I filed for a order of protection but can't go to court will I get in trouble

I filed it and want it dropped anyway

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answered on Oct 6, 2023

Go to the Court Clerk's Office and tell them you want to dismiss it. Do this before the hearing.

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can I bound over a misdemeanor domestic assault charge over to the grand jury in tn
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answered on Oct 5, 2023

You do not want the DA to bind it over to the Grand Jury. DA is worst than some felonies. Hire a competent attorney and prepare for the Preliminary Hearing. Possibly try to divert, dismiss and expunge the charge. This is a very serious charge which will hurt you permanently.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: I was recently charged with domestic assault and vandalism under 1000. What is the typical Consequence for this?

I went to my exs house to pick up items that we had discussed me getting earlier in the week. He was mad that I came to get things he did not want me to take and when we walked onto his porch, he turned around and pushed me. I picked up the closest thing to me to protect myself and threw it,... View More

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answered on Aug 28, 2023

Hire a competent attorney now. DA is worst than some Felonies. A conviction will ruin your life. You need it Diverted, Dismissed and Expunged. Expect to make Restitution. Do not plead guilty under any condition than Diversion.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: What is a normal bond rate to be set for someone who is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon?

The shooter was being violently attacked by their husband.

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answered on Aug 18, 2023

Courts in different Counties set very different Bonds. Coffee County, in my experience, would generally set Bond about $25K to $50+K for such an offense. If the victim was wounded, it would be much higher, probably three to five times higher.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Internet Law and Libel & Slander for Tennessee on
Q: Is it possible to have an abusive ex boyfriend's name removed from the deed to the home we both own?

I fled the relationship almost 4 years ago. I was followed, though. I was too afraid to live alone. Thankfully, i had many friends who offered me a safe place. Safe until my ex discovered where I was staying. Once he knew, he terrorized my friends until either I left, or was asked to leave. If my... View More

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answered on Aug 16, 2023

It is possible. It is not easy or inexpensive but it is possible and may result in a sale of the property. In Ohio it is a remedy called partition. Partition cases in Tennessee refer to legal proceedings which allow joint owners of real estate to divide their interests in the property. In other... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: I’m afraid a younger relative of mine will try to harm me at any cost. How can I get a restraining order easily? no OOP
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answered on Jul 7, 2023

To obtain a restraining order, you typically need to demonstrate that you have a reasonable fear for your safety or have been subjected to harassment or abuse.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Family Law and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: Please describe what happens when charges are bound over to the grand jury.

My husband has been convicted of domestic violence and is serving 11 months and 29 days after failing to comply with an agreement he made with the court. The charges had been set in abeyance awaiting completion of the agreement. He chose not to complete the agreement. The judge has now sentenced... View More

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answered on Jun 8, 2023

If the Judge ordered a Sentence then there was a Conviction, and it was a Misdemeanor at General Sessions Court which was not bound over. Apparently he has one or more charges that were initiated by an Arrest Warrant at Sessions which were not disposed of, that is no conviction nor dismissal. DA... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: My husband and his family took all my jewels he even broke my berow and took silver,gold,cash worth 35 lakhs

He is jobless and took my jewels worth 35 lakh and has drinking habit and abuse me physically and mentally i am planning to divorce him he is jobless and doesn't cares home and daughter he not even pays fee and buys nothing to us he has one married sister he has a commercial house worth 1... View More

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answered on May 30, 2023

You should have called law enforcement. You might be able to file an Action To Recover Personal Property in General Sessions. Use TN terms only, not foreign. Otherwise you will need to file for a Divorce and have to prove grounds.

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Libel & Slander for Tennessee on
Q: I have proof that a cousin and an ex have made false reports about me abusing my daughter.

This same cousin has encouraged people to contact DCS to have my child taken, get me fired and implied I am a child abuser. She has friends who work for government entities who denied me housing, sent her my mail, illegally hacked my phone, and made several other slanderous statements and defaming... View More

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answered on May 26, 2023

You might consider a Slander suit within 6 months of a slanderous falsehood which caused you damages. Possibly go to General Sessions Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: I moved out now my wife is threatening to have me arrested for domestic violence can she have me arrested for arguing

For arguing and leaving

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answered on Apr 19, 2023

It can happen. Domestic Assault is a serious crime. Be prepared to make Bond and hire an attorney. You may not want to talk to her again.

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: If you have a warrant against you for domestic violence but the police don't serve it what recourse do you have
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answered on Apr 11, 2023

How do you know an Arrest Warrant has been issued? It may take awhile for LEOs to execute it. Try to stay out of trouble, especially traffic stops. Do not talk about it. Might be time for a new phone number. Have money available for bail and pick out a lawyer to represent you for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: If I am charged with a crime based soley from a statement of alledged victim, then recants, what should I do
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answered on Mar 27, 2023

Hire an attorney to prepare for a Preliminary Hearing. If Indicted, then you will need the attorney to make Discovery and try it.

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: I was previously charged with domestic violence but the case was dismissed can I still purchase firearms
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answered on Mar 16, 2023

If you are not convicted of DA or have any other firearm disabilities, then you can possess firearms. However that charge is probably on your record if not expunged. So you will fail a NCIC. Might want to expunge it.

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