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What happens if you don't show up to give the police a statement as a witness of a potential crime?
Wiki User
∙ 16y ago
If you don't show when summoned, you will be arrested!
However if you are a voluntary witness, not a summoned witness, you will not be arrested. However the defendant may have been let free due to the lack of witness.
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agothey going try to scare with a "subpoena" so that you can go... but if you dont go they just going push the date back 3 times then drop the case... and dont get scarde from the subpoena alot people do but think about it how dumb it sounds to lock up a victim for not defensed them self...but u can just call the DA tell him/her you want to drop it
Wiki User
∙ 16y agoIf it is a voluntary statement then nothing would happen (if they did not tell you to come in) its just wrong if you witnessed a crime not to help out :)
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Should a witness's statement be included in the police report?
Absolutely.
Can a defense lawyer subpoena a witness who didn't make a statement to the police?
Yes.
What happens if you witness an accident and leave the scene?
nothing legally, this is more a moral Q; if you think you have a statement that might clarify matters, the police will take it without repercussions.
What is a factor that can be used to impeach a witness?
The most common method of impeaching witness testimony is with a prior inconsistent statement. For example, if a bystander witness watches an accident, she will give a statement to a police officer at the scene. If she told the officer that the traffic light was red, but later testified that the light was green, her statement in the police report could be used to discredit, or impeach, her testimony.
Is the possessive form of witness witness'?
There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: witness'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: witness'sExamples:The witness' statement was added to the police report. The witness's statement was added to the police report.Note: If you are a student, use the form that is preferred by your teacher.
What is a police interview?
Police have several levels of interviews. In a simple matter, an interview may be a police officer speaking with a witness on the street or at their home. In a serious case, a person may be taken to the police station to be interviewed. When there is a murder, all witnesses will be taken to the police station and have video statements taken. Suspects in crimes will be advised that they have certain rights, such as a right to an attorney before questioning, or the right to remain silent. They may then cooperate and make a statement, or they may refuse to make a statement. if you are a witness to a crime, you should always make a truthful statement to police so that the right person(s) can be held to account.
If you are a witness to a shooting and the shooter is your family what happens if you refuse to talk to police?
You could be charged and prosecuted for Obstruction of Justice.
How do you use the word 'statement' in a sentence?
There were a lot of holes in the suspect's original statement.The bank statement says we are in debt.
If you are drunk can a police take your statement?
Yes. Happens all the time. The fact of a person's intoxication may or may not weigh on the value of the statement taken.
Does someone under 18 have to give a witness statement to the police if they dont want too?
No one can be compelled to give a statement to the police, regardless of age. You can be subpoenaed (ordered to appear in court or some other location) to give a statement under oath at a deposition or before a grand jury. If you refuse to respond to the subpoena, you can be held in contempt of court.Added: . . . or if a material witness to a serious offense and refusing to cooperate, risk being charged with 'Obstruction of Justice.'
What is the singular possessive form of the word witness?
There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns that end with an s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word:witness'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: witness'sExamples:The witness' statement was added to the police report.The witness's statement was added to the police report.Note: If you are a student, use the form that is preferred by your teacher.Because you will add an S sound to form the possessive, most style guides recommend the apostrophe S rather than the apostrophe alone, especially for common nouns.
Why are witnesses detained at the police station?
Witnesses may be detained at the police station for various reasons. It could be to collect their statements, gather additional information, or ensure their safety during an ongoing investigation. Detaining witnesses allows law enforcement officials to effectively conduct their inquiries and prevent interference or potential harm to the witness.
