Are you in a situation in which you feel as though you may be the victim of domestic violence? In some cases, a person who’s being abused doesn’t realize that what’s happening to them is illegal. They think of domestic violence as physical abuse. They believe that unless they are beaten by their spouse, they’re not a victim of domestic violence.
In the state of California, this is not necessarily true. With the passing of our Domestic Violence Protection Act, many types of abuse are covered and there are steps that can be taken to get out of the situation. If you are being hurt by someone who is trying to control you or maintain control over you, then you may be the victim of domestic violence. Read on to learn more about the definitions of this terrible crime and then reach out to Law Offices of Torrence L. Howell at (909) 920-0908 to find out how we can help.
There are many types of domestic violence
In the state of California, the law is clear that many types of abuse qualify as domestic violence. For example, if you’re being verbally abused then it may qualify as domestic violence. This includes a person making comments that are designed to belittle you, undermine your self-worth, or put you into a situation in which you feel powerless.
Reproductive control, in which a spouse or romantic partner forces a person to get an abortion or who hides, destroys, or refuses access to birth control can also qualify as domestic violence. Likewise, financial abuse, in which an intimate partner works to ensure that their partner is financially depending on them by disallowing their partner from having a job or by keeping money from them, is a form of domestic violence.
Spiritual abuse, in which a person’s religious believes are attacked, destructive acts, in which a person destroys property or pets of the other, and identity abuse, in which a person threatens to release personal information like gender identity, immigration status, HIV status, etc., are all forms of domestic violence.
There are many steps you can take to protect yourself
IF you’re not sure if your situation qualifies as domestic violence then your next step is to contact Law Offices of Torrence L. Howell at (909) 920-0908. We can clarify how the laws affect your case and can provide protection for you. This may come in the form of getting restraining orders issued, or getting the police to file criminal charges against your abuser.
Call today for a free case evaluation
The good news is that no matter how scared you are today, there is help out there. At Law Offices of Torrence L. Howell, we’re proud to offer a free case evaluation. All you have to do is call us at (909) 920-0908. We are discrete and can help you get safe before you get out. Don’t wait. Abuse never gets better – only worse. You are in danger when you don’t have to be. Call us or the police right away.
