Coercion Recanting Statement Consequences

Summary

The user, residing in Ohio, was coerced into making a statement about domestic abuse and her childrens feelings to leave a relationship. She later recanted the statement, leading to involvement from Child Services and a prosecutor. She is currently residing at the One Eighty Shelter in Wooster, Ohio, and is unsure about the legal assistance provided by the shelter. The user is seeking advice on the potential consequences of recanting her statement.

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I felt like I was being told it was mandatory to write a statement in order to get my children so I could leave a relationship and then I I also felt like questions were being led and I was coerced now Child Services is involved I recanted my statement and want to know what happens from here
What state are you currently residing in, ****? This will help me provide more accurate information.
Ohio
What specific agency is involved in your case? This will help me provide more accurate information.
Children services and also have to speak to a prosecutor
What was the nature of the statement you were coerced into writing?

In Ohio, recanting a statement can have varying consequences depending on the context and the nature of the statement.
Domestic abuse and childrens feelings
What is the current status of your case with Children Services and the prosecutor?

In Ohio, recanting a statement related to domestic abuse can have serious implications. It's crucial to consult with a legal professional.
Nothing yet have an appointment
What is the date and time of your appointment with the prosecutor and Children Services? It's important to prepare and possibly have legal representation.
Unsure just waiting for a csll
What is the name of the prosecutor's office or the Children Services agency you are dealing with? This will help me provide you with their contact details.
Wayne county
What is the nature of your appointment with the prosecutor and Children Services?

General Information:
- In Ohio, recanting a statement related to domestic abuse can have serious implications.
- Wayne County Prosecutor's Office: (*) *-*
- Wayne County Children Services: (*) *-*
The prosecutor wants to hear me personally about my statement and Children services is to just check up on allegations
What is the nature of the allegations that Children Services is checking up on?
Abuse
What type of abuse is being alleged? In Ohio, child abuse allegations are taken very seriously and can result in various outcomes depending on the severity and evidence.
Being scared and hit
What evidence do you have to support your claim of being coerced into making the statement?
I told the officers after i refused to write a statement that he was a great dad. They then said in order for me to get my children i needed to write a statement as to where they will bring me my children
Do you have any witnesses or recordings that can support your claim of coercion?
I have an advocate but its confidential due to being in a shelter
What is the name of the shelter you are staying at? This could be helpful in providing you with local resources and support.
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What is the full name and location of the shelter? This will help me provide you with local resources and support.
One eighty shelter wooster oh
What is the current status of your stay at the One Eighty Shelter?

General Information:
- One Eighty Shelter, Wooster, OH: (*) *-*
- It's crucial to consult with a legal professional in such cases.
A resident
What is the duration of your stay at the One Eighty Shelter and do they provide any legal assistance?
Im not sure how long the stay is and i believe they do
What type of legal assistance does the One Eighty Shelter provide?

General Information:
- Shelters often provide legal advocacy, which can include help with protection orders, court accompaniment, and legal referrals.
Advocates
What specific services do these advocates provide at the One Eighty Shelter?