Chapter 9 - Claire Files An Emergency Protection Order In Court
Forty-eight hours later, Claire stood before a family court judge in downtown Chicago, flanked by a top-tier victim advocacy attorney. She presented the hospital blood analysis, police reports, and Dr. Harrison’s expert medical testimony regarding the systematic poisoning.
The judge slammed her wooden gavel down with absolute authority, issuing a permanent restraining order against both Evelyn and Mark Vance. "This court grants Mrs. Claire Vance sole legal and physical custody of both minor children, effective immediately," the judge ruled.
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"Furthermore, all marital assets, including the family home and trust accounts, are frozen pending full criminal proceedings," the judge added.
Claire closed her eyes, letting out a long, shuddering breath as tears of relief finally streamed down her exhausted face.
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