Spousal Domestic Violence Concerns

Summary

Domestic violence is illegal and punishable by law. In North Carolina, you can apply for a Domestic Violence Protective Order to ensure your safety and that of your children. Courts generally favor joint custody, but your primary concern should be safety. Legal Aid of North Carolina provides free or low-cost legal assistance to those who qualify. Contact them at 1-866-219-5262.

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Spouse issues
Could you please elaborate on the nature of your spouse issues? Are you considering separation, divorce, or dealing with a different matter?
Essentially my spouse is bullying me out of my home he said if I choose to stay at my house he will make my life a living hell he said if I don't stay out of his way he will knock my f****** head off
Have you reported this to the police? In North Carolina, this could be considered domestic violence.

- Domestic violence is illegal and punishable by law.
- Contact your local police department or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at *−*−*−*.
No I just want my house and my kids he thinks it's funny
What type of custody arrangement are you seeking for your children? In North Carolina, courts generally favor joint custody.
Safe place if he gets help he needs then i would love the custody to be fair....
Have you considered obtaining a protective order for your safety and the safety of your children?

- In North Carolina, you can apply for a Domestic Violence Protective Order.
- Contact your local courthouse for more information.
Most of all I just want my kids to be safem
Have you spoken to a lawyer about your situation? In North Carolina, you can apply for a Domestic Violence Protective Order to ensure your safety and that of your children.
I am trying to talk to a lawyer I don't have $*
Have you considered seeking help from legal aid services in North Carolina? They provide free or low-cost legal assistance to those who qualify.
I would love to seek legal aid
That's a great step, Felicia. Legal Aid of North Carolina might be able to help. You can reach them at *-*-*-*.