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no, unless you report something that conters the reason you got charges (if they are even related)

Added: The police do not have the power to drop charges against you. Only the prosecutors office can do that.

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If his further investigation of the case reveals that no offense took place or that you were not involved (as originally thought), yes, he may withdraw the charges against you.

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The accuser may attempt to, but in states like Michigan, the state picks up the charges and continues with prosecution.

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The victim/complainant can not "drop charges." Only the prosecutor's office has that authority.

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