Domestic Abuse Legal Options

Summary

If you are experiencing domestic abuse and financial dependency, consider seeking a protective order for immediate safety. Contact local womens shelters for temporary housing and support services. You may also be entitled to child support, so consulting with a family law attorney is advisable. Despite being called a squatter, your long-term cohabitation and shared children likely grant you more rights. Consider reaching out to legal aid services for guidance on your rights and options.

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Angel
Hi Angel! What's your legal issue? Let me know so I can provide some general information to help you out.
I have lived with my ex boyfriend on and off for 23 years. We have * kids together. He is abusive mentally and physically. Over the years he has made it so I am financially dependent on him. He has taken away my car so I can't go out and get a job. Now he is saying he wants me out of his house. I have nothing and no where to go what are my options ?
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation, Angel. Here are some general steps you can take:
- Seek a Protective Order: You can apply for a protective order against him for abuse. This can provide you with some immediate legal protection.
- Contact Local Shelters: Reach out to local women's shelters. They can offer temporary housing and support services.
- Legal Aid: Consider contacting Utah Legal Services for free or low-cost legal assistance.
- Child Support: You might be entitled to child support. Consult with a family law attorney.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can assist further with your case?
He calls me a squatter.
Given your situation, it's crucial to address both the immediate safety concerns and your legal rights. If he's calling you a squatter, it might be his way of trying to minimize your rights to stay in the home. However, given your long-term cohabitation and shared children, you likely have more rights than a typical squatter.
Would you like assistance in connecting with local lawyers who can help you with your case? They can provide more specific guidance on your rights and options.
No. Thank you for your advice.
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Angel, your situation involves serious issues of abuse and potential legal rights related to cohabitation and custody. While you've chosen not to connect with local lawyers right now, please don't hesitate to reach out to them in the future if you change your mind. Your safety and rights are important, and there are professionals who can help you navigate this. Take care and stay safe.