Legal Question in Family Law in Michigan
Abusive Boyfriend
I am 21 years old and my boyfriend is 28. We currently live together in a manufactured home community and I am 6 mos pregnant. Shortly after moving in together my boyfriend started acting different. He made me quit my job, refused to give me a vehicle, would not get a home phone so we only have his cell phone. He is now very controlling and has been physically abusive. He recently physically forced me to sign the title of the home over into his name by sitting on me with his knees in my chest and threatening to kill the baby if I didn't do it. Now he is telling me to get out of HIS house knowing I have no where to go. I am afraid to call the police because he said he will slit my neck if I ever tried. I need to get out of this situation but need my house put back into my name. Is there anything I can do?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Abusive Boyfriend
Definitely contact legal aid and a women's shelter immediately. You need to get away from him first to protect yourself and your child, then worry about him forcing you to sign over the house. Even though you signed it, you can argue that you signed it under duress and that he forced you to sign it. A lawyer could help you with this. Most counties and/or law schools have legal aid clinics which can provide you with legal advice and/or assist you with your legal issues. I suggest contacting one of them immediately.
Re: Abusive Boyfriend
You tell a pretty typical story. Most experienced family law attorneys have deal with crazy guys like your boyfriend. You should contact a family law attorney right away. If you can't afford a family law attorney, contact Legal Aid. You can also contact a domestic violence shelter or your local police. All are equipped to handle your boyfriend.
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