The STBX and I were in Criminal Court on the 14 th.
I testified, he testified. I was expecting a cross-examination from the defense lawyer who has a reputation of being somewhat aggressive - to my great relief she asked me no questions.
Long story short version, the STBX was found guilty of all charges since the police report itself was beyond any reasonable doubt.
He was given no jail time - which is a good thing as the Judge said at sentencing:''Mr XXX nothing would please me more than to send you to jail for a vacation, but in doing so I would be putting Mrs XXX in a precarious financial position and ultimately preventing you from obtaining gainful employment. If I ever have the unfortunate occasion of seeing you in court again for whatever reason, I will personally make you regret it''.
Now for my questions, will this conviction have any bearing on the outcome of my divorce settlement? Could this make the process go any faster? Will this conviction make any difference when I go to trial as the STBX's credibility is in question?
To my way of thinking, this will only make the STBX want revenge against me ... I did the right thing by pressing charges but I fear his wrath (at least in a legal sense).
Would appreciate comments from those who have been down this path. I haven't seen my divorce lawyer yet and any advice would be welcome.
I testified, he testified. I was expecting a cross-examination from the defense lawyer who has a reputation of being somewhat aggressive - to my great relief she asked me no questions.
Long story short version, the STBX was found guilty of all charges since the police report itself was beyond any reasonable doubt.
- The restraining order has been extended for another 3 years.
- the STBX must undergo mandatory anger management therapy.
- he must report to a parole agent on a regular basis.
- DNA provided so his info can be added to offenders registry (Quebec)
He was given no jail time - which is a good thing as the Judge said at sentencing:''Mr XXX nothing would please me more than to send you to jail for a vacation, but in doing so I would be putting Mrs XXX in a precarious financial position and ultimately preventing you from obtaining gainful employment. If I ever have the unfortunate occasion of seeing you in court again for whatever reason, I will personally make you regret it''.
Now for my questions, will this conviction have any bearing on the outcome of my divorce settlement? Could this make the process go any faster? Will this conviction make any difference when I go to trial as the STBX's credibility is in question?
To my way of thinking, this will only make the STBX want revenge against me ... I did the right thing by pressing charges but I fear his wrath (at least in a legal sense).
Would appreciate comments from those who have been down this path. I haven't seen my divorce lawyer yet and any advice would be welcome.
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