she has no money to go to a lawyer; her husband disconnected her telephone, internet and postal service. He also took all her id cards, social security and passport cards. He is trying to scare her at home by doing mysterious tricks and forcing her to leave the house. This is happening in Baltimore, Maryland. she has two children 1and half year old and the other 3years old.
2007-01-24 02:58:45 · 10 answers · asked by chuchu 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
If you are the woman, I am sorry you are going through this. If not, then I am sorry it is happening to someone you know and obviously care about. Domestic violence is a serious and common problem. That said, there is help out there for people in this situation! Here is a list of things you can do:
One: Visit the women's shelter and get more information. They should be able to provide you with information on domestic violence and your rights. They should be able to help you with the logistics of escaping the abuse.
Two: Call your district attorney's office and ask to talk to a victim's advocate. If they do not have one, then call the local sheriff's office or police and ask to talk to THEIR victim advocate. One of these places is going to have a victim advocate who can help you get through this and get more information. That is what they are there for. Be persistent in this. You have a right to the help you need.
Three: Call the National Domestic Violence hot line. This is an agency that specializes in helping women in your situation. Especially if the local authorities are not helping, they may be able to step in and give you a hand. Their phone number is this:
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
The important thing is to do whatever is necessary to be safe and to escape harm. If you are not the woman in question, don't pressure her to leave. It could possibly be dangerous. You do not necessarily know all the details. Get her to contact the people above and get the help that she needs. If you are the woman in question, then please call these people! They really can help. Good luck!
2007-01-24 03:12:51 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She doesn't need money to get protection. She needs to go directly to the police station or courthouse (check your district to see where..) and file a domestic violence case against her husband. Be sure to tell her to request a restraining order against her husband for BOTH her and the children. (Don't forget the kids! That part is VERY important..if she asks for just her, the abusive father can access the children.) If she has no family or friends to stay with, then find a local battered woman's shelter. http://www.co.ba.md.us/Agencies/statesattorney/safvesbw.html
She can also request to use his vehicle in the restraining order as well as access funds. GOOD LUCK. Please email me with further questions..I know a lot about this.
2007-01-24 03:11:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get yourself to a shelter. I spent a week there a long time ago. The people there can and will help you with your situation. Trust me. I know what I am talking about. I went back hoping that things would be better. It was better for awhile but gradually things went back to how they were before. I am now divorced and doing better. I was in a safe home in Augusta, Georgia. The women there are a great help. You are not alone. Alot of women are in abusive realtionships.
2007-01-24 03:21:33 · answer #3 · answered by Nancy M. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They (police) are right by going to a shelter they will help her get a restraining order and the help she needs. The shelters EXPECT the mother to come in with no money and that's why we pay taxes to help those who just can't help themselves. Make sure files a police report and that she stays away.
2007-01-24 03:05:48 · answer #4 · answered by be happier own a pitbull 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Help her get out, she will need it. Pick her up, help her grab some essentials, let the police know where you are, take the kids, and leave town, find a shelter, and they will help her get back on her feet and find a lawyer without money. Money isn't the issue, her life and her children's lives are at stake!
2007-01-24 03:03:38 · answer #5 · answered by Whirled Peas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Continue to call the police anytime he is abusive and keep records of the control/case#'s they give you and contact a good family lawyer that will go after him for the fees of the divorce.
2007-01-24 03:04:01 · answer #6 · answered by bottleblondemama 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes...but make sure that this woman has a friend cause she will need her. if she initially calls the police to make a police report and they refuse...then call back and ask to speak to the supervisor. i have listed three websites. it is imperative that this information is not lost or destroyed. if she misplaces her copy or her husband finds it and destroys it...then you need to provide another one. if in fact this woman is another person other than you.
2007-01-24 03:19:58 · answer #7 · answered by cfalways 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
she was already advised, police hands are tied on what they can do and can't do...and that sucks big time. tell your friend to do what was suggested that way to, her kids will be protected too. the shelter will help her have protection but also will help to get her on her own two feet. she'll be in my thoughts, best of luck to her, and get her to listen to you. drag her down there if you have to. this *** can do what he wants when she is gone, but the courts decides what will happen to him!!!
2007-01-24 03:07:36 · answer #8 · answered by dthsmx5 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the police and they should tell you where to call.
2007-01-24 03:03:07 · answer #9 · answered by Krupkake 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The police are wise men, sometimes.
2007-01-24 03:03:04 · answer #10 · answered by Flagger 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋