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Can the victim drop charges in a criminal case?
Yes, in a criminal case, the victim cannot drop charges. The decision to prosecute lies with the state, not the victim. However, the victim can choose not to cooperate with the prosecution, which may impact the case's outcome.
What can a domestic violence victim do if the judge disrespects or demeans the victim?
Re apply for the case. You can seek for the case to be revisited.
Can a defendant sue a victim for damages in a legal case?
No, a defendant cannot sue a victim for damages in a legal case.
In a domestic violence case who represents the victim?
The victim employs lawyers. but they are organizations who also protect and represent the victim.
Can a victim drop charges in a criminal case?
Yes, a victim can request to drop charges in a criminal case, but ultimately it is up to the prosecutor to decide whether to proceed with the case.
Can a victim help the defendant in a legal case?
Yes, a victim can choose to help the defendant in a legal case by providing information or testimony that may support the defendant's case. However, it is important to note that the victim's decision to help the defendant is voluntary and not required.
What happens if the victim does not show up to a domestic violence case in New York?
The court will record the fact the victim did not turn up for a domestic violence case and it will be up to the victim's lawyer to decide what is next. Sometimes the victim of abuse feels threatened by her abuser or has been threatened to drop the case against the abuser.
Will prosecution drop case if the victim drop charges on a theft case?
Not necessarily. The prosecution (The State) does not need the participation of the victim. Furthermore, the victim cannot "drop the charges" since the charges are not brought by the victim. The charges are brought by The State on behalf of the victim - who may or may not wish to participate. Occasionally, at the request of a victim, The State may agree to drop the charges.
If the unresponsive victim breathing the best position for the victim is?
Turned on their side in case s/he vomits.
How do you close your welfare case?
How to close my welfare case
Is it necessary in an assault case for the victim to press charges or can other parties press charges-?
The police or the victim are the only people who can press charges in an assault case.
Can a case be dropped if victim doesn't show up?
Depends on the type of case. In some cases the defense can argue that as the victim doesn't wish to turn up they are therefore forfeting the case. In other cases the police may choose to take the case to court even without the victim if there is sufficent evidence to do so.
