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gilgamesh
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Yes. It depends on the charge and your location. Go to a search engine and type in the name of your state, then 'state judiciary home page' and hit 'search'. It should pull up the home page with the laws for your state. You can look at the laws regarding abuse, sentencing, etc. If someone is being abused, you need to talk to them and help them find the strength to leave themselves. Otherwise they'll just go back because that's what they know, that's what's safe. I've been there. Be there for them. Talk to them. There are also restraining orders, which can be taken out at your local court house. They're very cheap and affordable. The police are also more than happy to put a trespassing warrant on your property for you, so if somebody walks onto your lawn, you can simply phone and have them removed without dirtying your hands. Good luck. |
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JM
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I don't think about the verbally part. But definitely for the Physical part. |
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Im Just Blessed
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offcourse they can go to gail for physicall abuse but i'm not sure about verbal abuse if you are being verbaloly abuse then you should pack up and leave because there's no doubt that it will turn to physical abuse |
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cheerforchris
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yes its agensed the law to abuse somone |
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poetrygirl on line
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I believe a person can go to jail well in the uk that is the case,especially for pyhsically abuse, verbal abuse surely comes under mental cruelty which in it's self is very unpleasant. If one knows of someone who is guilty of one or both of the above then one could always report it annon. either to the police or social services. especially where children are concerned. |
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Hugh Jass
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maybe |
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Tad D
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It depends if the abuse is purely verbal, or physical, or both. How long in jail depends on the severity, and if there is any prior history. The most important thing is that no matter what, no one should have to endure an abusive situation. The best way to help is to start by typing “abuse hotline” right here in the Yahoo search engine, and go to one of those sites to start the help process. They know how to deal with these situations without making matters worse. |
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bradschuman
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Not if it was JUST verbal abuse...but physical abuse??...definately. |
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Mandy
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yes |
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Terry
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Stay out of it. If you know the person who is being abused, support them and encourage them to move out - but otherwise, don't get involved. Abusive relationships are often co-dependent, and more than one do-gooder has ended up being beaten by BOTH parties for interfering.
Abuse is of course against the law, but the person being abused would need to make the abuse report in most states. If you report it, the police will likely visit, warn them both, and then leave - and they'll probably figure out it was you that filed the report. |
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limendoz
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You don't go to jail for verbal abuse.
And you only go to jail for physical abuse if there are visible marks from the abuse. So, the physical violence report has to be made asap after the event. If the abuser is not present when the police show up, and claims not to be responsible...it's very likely nothing will happen. If there is no proof, they will not take your word for it. It's highly unlikely that anyone will ever be jailed for past abuse.
If abuse physical abuse occurs and a report is made in a timely manner, the abuser will most likely be out on bail within 24 hours. |
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Zia
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For physical abuse, yes. The amount of jail time can vary depending on a lot of things including the extent of the injuries, the skill of the attorney, the judge, etc.
A third person cannot do much if the person being abused is an adult. That person must choose to press charges. |
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Kyle_Abby
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Well For Your Fist Question, Yes They Could Go To Jail But It Depends On How Bad It Is. They Could Go To Jail For Up To 2 Years. That Someone Should Tell The Police. And Just Tell The Police That They Want There Identity Secert. |
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kurticus1024
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verbally, not usually
physically , probably yes, it would depend on why and for what. Abuse should be exposed I think. Call the cops even to help straighten it out. I think it is almost never good to be abusive. There are times when defending somebody's dignity and/or safety its required though. You probably serve a week per tooth removed or so I think. Depends on why too I think and past records , etc. |
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â?£China â?¥ Dollâ?
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Abused physically=yes
Abused verbally= It depends on how severely you were abused by words. You can't go to jail for calling someone a string of obscenities but if you threatened their life, it's possible. |
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jon_360
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yes and i don't know how long |
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wayfaroutthere
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They could go to jail, but only if you (the witness, since you don't want the victim to find out) have seen something yourself. If you saw bruises and they told you who did it, it is less clear cut (the 'who' part could be heresay). Also, you don't get to tell the cops how to investigate--they will probably have to confirm your story with the victim.
If the abuser doesn't have a record, he'll go to jail until he gets bailed out (practically no time), and will probably just get a fine. Calling the cops for someone else who won't do it for themselves is probably just going to distance you from your friend. Only do this if you fear for someone's life, otherwise convince the victim to take action him/herself. |
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regerugged
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It depends on the nature of the abuse. If it is verbal threats, that is assault and can be a criminal offense. If the abuse is physical and causes injuries, that can be battery, also a possible criminal offense.
Contact the chief of police at the local police department. If you cannot get him interested, contact the county District Attorney.
A person guilty of assault and/or battery can get jail time, but it depends on the severity of the attacks. Maybe 30 days in the county jail. |
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bruverhoodofman
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In the UK (not sure if you are UK or USA) you can go to jail for 6 months if physical abuse causes no injuries, if it does cause injuries you can go to jail for anything up to 7 years (depending on the amount of injuries caused, and intention). Also, but probably not relevant to you, if someone causes very serious harm (such as paralaysis) with intention there is a maximum sentence of life in prison.
In the UK, you can go to jail for 6 months if veral abuse causes a person to fear harm. If the abuse causes a mental condition, such as depression, you can go to jail for 7 years (since it is ABH)
You should make a tip off to the police, and they will not be entitled to tell the abuser who tipped them off, even if it goes yo court you can request a screen should you be called as a witness.
Hope this helps |
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princessaeoz
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Yes. It is illegal and is violating the persons right.Tell the person immediately because the problem can get worse and lead to horrible things. I'm not sure how long the person can go to jail for. |
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ulamciadilaucurats
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yes that person can go to jail. it depends on what the person did as to how long he can go to jail.you can call a sheltor and get the person who is being abused in the shelter and call the cops to come and check the person who is being abused out and if the cops believe it then they should arrest him. |
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TOM S
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YES THAY CAN, FOR HOW LONG DEPENDS ON WHAT THEY HAVE DONE,........DON,T LET ANYONE KNOW THAT YOU TURNED THEM IN. |
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dpc12skater
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yes the guy or girl who are doing it will go to jail. |
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Ellen J
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call the police on the bum anonymously and see if you can get the person to leave. People have been known to be hurt seriously or killed. when someone is physically and verbally abused to you them have no respect for you and anything could happen. |
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Matt T
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make a anonymous tip to the police that you or a friend is being abused by someone. They can go to jail of course yes. For how long it is up to the judge. |
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Become a better person
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talk to someone for help and they'll keep it confident, there's hotlines for things like that, or call the cops,.. but first gather information to defend your case. |
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Zhukov
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yeah i think so, for verbal i would think itd be just a fine though- well, actually maybe for both and just an assault fine for physical abuse but not totally sure |
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sam b
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Yes, they can, I don't know for how long. If someone knows a person who is abusing someone place and anonymous call to the Police or the D. A. in their town. |
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babymomma24
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Duh! yes. It depends on the judge. If its the abusiers first time. Or if they have an crimnal backround |
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