Legal Action

Legal Action
Posted April 29, 2012 - 11:23pm
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Has anyone taken legal action for assault, rape, larceny, etc. against their N after they have left the relationship ? If so, was it worth it, or do you regret having done so? Any feedback would be appreciated. I want to move on, but I also don't want him to just "get away" with all the things he did to me, some of which are legitimate crimes.

Many thanks.

With love,
Pittieheart

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Emmy's picture

I am considering this too

May 12, 2012 - 8:14pm — Emmy

I would love to hear comments on this too. I am wondering why I have not yet charged mine with attempted murder. He was poisoning me, I know. Sick.

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Legal Action

May 12, 2012 - 8:51pm — pittieheart

Oh, this is so awful, Emmy. I hope you are away from this man and are no longer in danger. As many of them are, this man sounds very smart, for poisoning can be difficult to prove, for you also need to prove intent with an attempted murder charge and with poisoning, that can be a murky area. But I don't know the details, so perhaps there is some pretty damning evidence that will result in a successful prosecution. Yes, this is very sick. I'm glad you found this forum. It is a very supportive place.

Be strong, Emmy.

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Hi Pittiheart

May 12, 2012 - 7:17am — goldie

Yes, I did. He was prosecuted for assault, larceny, and property damage. He spent 9 months in jail. I have no regrets and would do it again. This was a difficult process for me. I had to go to court countless times on this matter and gave a victim impact statement. I felt vindicated to some extent.

Every situation is different and you need to soul search for yourself to see what feels right for you. I have no idea of your circumstances, therefore would not be able to comment personally to you.

Everything we do in life is a tradeoff. Does it feel more right to do it or more right to let it go?

God bless,
Goldie

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Pittiheart, my apologies for

May 8, 2012 - 10:10am — Sparrow

Pittiheart, my apologies for this post getting "lost" in the shuffle. I am hoping maybe you have received private messages in regards to your question.

My advise to you, please speak to your therapist regarding this matter and then seek a lawyer and his/her advice.

This is definately a very delicate matter and warrants the advice of professionals for sure.

I am so sorry that you had to encounter any of these things the psychopath has done to you and wish you well in your pursuit of recovery and any legal actions that you are advised to seek if so.

Big hugs to you today and again, so sorry for the delayed response.