heartofgold
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I am in a world of hurt and need some advice (as well as a psychiatrist)! Please help!
Earlier this year, I met a guy from Jordan. He lived in another state, and I flew to see him in June. Things were good, and we talked about marriage. But 2 days after I got home, he was detained by Immigration for overstay of visa. I was devastated, and got an attorney for him, paid his $5000 bond, and relocated him here to AZ with me.
We got married two weeks ago. The bad part is my life has gone to hell.
He is very violent, pushed me, gave me a black eye, broke several things, gives no affection, and refuses to talk sometimes for days. At first I felt bad for him, but now I feel bad for me. I am reluctant to notify police because I am a government employee, and worry about any affect on my job.
I am contemplating filing for an annulment based on fraud, but am not sure if my situation qualifies. Worst of all, he claimed to be Muslim, and I found out later he is Christian, and has never even been to a Mosque.
What recourse do I have if any? I am afraid, and don't know who to contact. Last week I retained a new attorney here in AZ to move his case here.
Please don't judge...I know I was stupid. I honestly loved him, I guess that's what hurts so much. It is obvious he doesn't love me.
**also, if anyone know how to verify marriage records in Jordan, please let me know.
Earlier this year, I met a guy from Jordan. He lived in another state, and I flew to see him in June. Things were good, and we talked about marriage. But 2 days after I got home, he was detained by Immigration for overstay of visa. I was devastated, and got an attorney for him, paid his $5000 bond, and relocated him here to AZ with me.
We got married two weeks ago. The bad part is my life has gone to hell.
He is very violent, pushed me, gave me a black eye, broke several things, gives no affection, and refuses to talk sometimes for days. At first I felt bad for him, but now I feel bad for me. I am reluctant to notify police because I am a government employee, and worry about any affect on my job.
I am contemplating filing for an annulment based on fraud, but am not sure if my situation qualifies. Worst of all, he claimed to be Muslim, and I found out later he is Christian, and has never even been to a Mosque.
What recourse do I have if any? I am afraid, and don't know who to contact. Last week I retained a new attorney here in AZ to move his case here.
Please don't judge...I know I was stupid. I honestly loved him, I guess that's what hurts so much. It is obvious he doesn't love me.
**also, if anyone know how to verify marriage records in Jordan, please let me know.