My husband turns mean and hurtful when he drinks. He says terrible things, insulting and belittling me, even in front of our 8-year-old child. He’s hit me before too. We’ve been married for 11 years, and I’ve stayed for our child and my family. I’m strong, but I’ve felt like ending it all. But my child… she’s my strength. I want to separate from him and take our daughter with me, but I’m scared. He always says I’ll easily find another woman, and he uses my government job against me. What should I do?

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Law Forum › Category: Divorce › My husband turns mean and hurtful when he drinks. He says terrible things, insulting and belittling me, even in front of our 8-year-old child. He’s hit me before too. We’ve been married for 11 years, and I’ve stayed for our child and my family. I’m strong, but I’ve felt like ending it all. But my child… she’s my strength. I want to separate from him and take our daughter with me, but I’m scared. He always says I’ll easily find another woman, and he uses my government job against me. What should I do?
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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My husband turns mean and hurtful when he drinks. He says terrible things, insulting and belittling me, even in front of our 8-year-old child. He’s hit me before too. We’ve been married for 11 years, and I’ve stayed for our child and my family. I’m strong, but I’ve felt like ending it all. But my child… she’s my strength. I want to separate from him and take our daughter with me, but I’m scared. He always says I’ll easily find another woman, and he uses my government job against me. What should I do?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

You are not alone. Domestic violence is a serious offense in India, and you have legal recourse. Contact a lawyer specializing in family law and seek a protection order under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. You can also approach a women’s helpline or NGO for support and guidance.

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