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Can a prosecutor add charges 3 years after the original charges were made?
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∙ 15y ago
He can always bring new charges from the same crime. Yes, if the statute of limitations for prosecution has not expired. The defense counsel can dispute the additional charges and if so the presiding judge will rule as to whether or not they will be allowed to stand.
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How is a decision made?
A person is charged with a crime or infraction on the basis of probable cause (that is evidence and/or witness testimony that support a charge for an offense) by the police and/or the prosecutor. The police often decide initially what the charges are and the prosecutor either can amend the charges or agree to them, or the charges can be dropped altogether if there is not enough evidence to support them. Charges are filed by the prosecutor by information, called a charging document, or by an indictment from a grand jury.
How is a charge decision made?
A person is charged with a crime or infraction on the basis of probable cause (that is evidence and/or witness testimony that support a charge for an offense) by the police and/or the prosecutor. The police often decide initially what the charges are and the prosecutor either can amend the charges or agree to them, or the charges can be dropped altogether if there is not enough evidence to support them. Charges are filed by the prosecutor by information, called a charging document, or by an indictment from a grand jury.
Can a wife drop assault charges after a police report has been made?
No. Once the police report has been made and an arrest made, only the prosecutor has the authority to "drop" criminal charges. You may contact the prosecuting attorney and request that the charges be dismissed, but it is not up to you.
Can you contact the officer that arrested your girlfriend if you want to drop the charges?
Once an arrest has been made, the charges can be dropped only by the prosecutor's office. The police cannot withdraw the charge.
What is the penalty for harassment with physical contact in the state of Kentucky?
Your elaborations on the question have been moved to the discussion section. You have not filed charges. You have filed a civil complaint for a protective order, and may have made a report to the police. Private individuals are not permitted to file criminal charges. Only the state, through the prosecuting attorney, can do this. If you have made a report to the police, you would need to follow up with the police to find out if the case has been referred to the local prosecutor. You would also want to follow up with the criminal prosecutor to determine if/when they will file criminal charges. If the prosecutor does opt to file criminal charges, and if the defendant is convicted, the punishment would be determined by the judge.
What is a deal made between the prosecutor and defense attorney called?
A plea bargain is one type of deal made between prosecutor and defense attorney.
What are you responsible to do after you press charges against someone for battery?
Private individuals can NOT "press charges" against anyone. Only the prosecutor's office can bring charges. The most the victim can do is REPORT the alleged offense to law enforcement who will then take the necessary action. After having made a report which results in an arrest and prosecution, as the victim (i.e.; complaining witness) you will be required to testify as to the offense committed against you.
Can rent a center file criminal charges in NJ?
Neither individuals nor businesses can "file charges." Only the prosecutor's office can 'file' criminal charges. Anyone else can only file a criminal complaint or report a crime to law enforcement. An investigation is conducted and if probable cause is found an arrest is made or a warrant is applied for. A business can file a criminal complaint against someone.
Statute of limitations for DUI in Kansas?
In Kansas the charges would have to be brought within two years. If the charges have already been made, or the conviction entered, the limit does not apply.
Statute of limitations for DUI in California?
In California the charges would have to be brought within three years as a felony. If the charges have already been made, or the conviction entered, the limit does not apply.
Statute of limitations for DUI in Alabama?
If the charges have already been made, or the conviction entered, the limit does not apply. In Alabama the charges would have to be brought within three years as a felony.
What happens if a prosecutor does not hold up his end of the plea agreement and the Judge does not give credit for time served while waiting trial and another 10 months is added to sentence?
The judge is NOT required to abide by any deal the prosecutor may make with you. Whatever deal you made with the prosecutor is NOT binding on the court. The judge can accept the plea deal that prosecutor made with you, or he can reject it.
