Hi There,
I just wanted to say that I am very sorry for your situation. I can only offer my sympathy, as I was involved in the same type of abusive relationship...only my ex-husband used alcohol as an excuse for his behavior.
All I can say to you is that if you do report abuse to the police...they take these charges VERY seriously. If you file report of domestic abuse a warrant will automatically be issued for your spouse, if they feel there is evidence of abuse. I am speaking from a female perspective, but I remember when I had to file a report (this was the final end to the marriage), and the officers made sure I understood that because there was physical evidence of abuse (and then I had to relate the entire history of the mental and emotional abuse I had endured over the course of the 5 year marriage). They made it very clear that ALL cases of reported abuse are taken seriously and will be dealt with in such a manner. I don't know what area you are living in, but those are the conditions integral to Ontario law.
I hope this helps some. I know that it can't erase the damage that has been done by your partner, but I hope at least it offers you an avenue leading to an end of an abusive relationship.
Good luck...I hope your life changes for the better.
mother2boys
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