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A desperate plea for legal assistance has been made by a victim of a severe domestic violence case that occurred in September. The victim, who is also a mother, is seeking to secure a permanent restraining order against the perpetrator. She has sought help from legal aid, self-services, and the low-income program through the bar association, but to no avail. The victim has expressed a genuine fear for her life and safety, stating that the current criminal protective order is insufficient. The local sheriff’s department acknowledges the threat but is limited in its capacity to protect her. The courts have been criticized for their lenient treatment of the suspect, who was given a “diversion” instead of a prison sentence. The victim has lost faith in the county’s ability to protect her and is seeking help from the online community. Read more…