Friday, May 11, 2012

Violence Against Women Act

Did you know that if you came to the United States and were sponsored by your husband, who turned out to be an abuser, you are protected by U.S.Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Under the Violence Against Women Act, a spouse can file an immigrant visa petition for protection. The alleged abuse will not be notified of this action. This petition will allow you to seek safety and protection from your abuser plus independence. Your spouse will not be notified that you have file for this protection also.

There is also help available from the National Domestic Violence Hotline 1 – 800 – 799 – 7233 or 1 – 800- 787 – 3224. Here, you may obtain information about shelters, legal advice and mental health care. They will also assist you on how to file for immigration status you can visit their website National Domestic Violence. You do not have to put with abuse from your spouse there is help for you so; contact one of the numbers listed above.

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