Not unless the attorney in the case is the prosecuting attorney (The State). Even then, a complainant may take the case to either another venue with jurisdiction, or to an higher prosecutor. However, charges are never dropped if a defense attorney refuses to take the case.
There is no certain amount of time that you have to be indicted in WV before any charges are dropped. Each case if different and only a judge can determine if a case should be dropped. An attorney can help answer any questions that you may have.
The latest update on the Marshae Jones case is that the charges against her have been dropped by the district attorney's office in Alabama.
Unfortunately, once you have made the report, it cannot just be canceled. If you are trying to get the prosecuting attorney to drop the charges, you can contact the attorney and see if they are willing to drop the charges. However, even if you want the charges dropped, the prosecuting attorney has the discretion to decide to drop the charges and decide not to prosecute the case.
Do you mean dropped or dismissed? Charges are dropped by the prosecutors office and since (presumably) the case never reached trial, no judicial action took place that action is not appealable in court. On the other hand, charges which are dismissed by the court CAN be appealed and there is a "reasonable" time period for remedying the underlying reason. Ask your defense attorney.
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"Case nolle" typically refers to "nolle prosequi," a legal term indicating that the prosecutor has decided to discontinue or dismiss certain charges in a case. When a case is entered as nolle prosequi, it generally means that the charges are dropped, but it may not apply to all charges if multiple charges exist. The specific implications can vary based on the jurisdiction and the circumstances of the case. It's important to consult legal counsel for specific interpretations.
Yes, but that doesn't mean that the local district attorney has to drop the case. Once it's filed, it's the district attorney that decides.
When charges are dropped, it is referred to as "dismissal" or "nolle prosequi." This legal term indicates that the prosecutor has decided not to pursue the case further, often due to insufficient evidence or other considerations. In some instances, charges may be dropped as part of a plea agreement or after a preliminary hearing.
Yes. A warrant is an order for arrest based on the specific charge or charges listed. When a person is arrested the warrant has been served and is then considered void (assuming the person arrested does not flee custody). This does not mean that a warrant will not be issued again for future charges similar to those previously accused.
When charges are dismissed, it means that the legal case against a person has been dropped and they are no longer facing criminal prosecution for those specific charges.
Charges are typically brought up by a prosecutor on behalf of the government in a criminal case. In civil cases, charges are usually initiated by the plaintiff or their attorney.
Need more info in order to answer question. "Let go" by who, the police after their investigation, or were the charges dropped later by the prosecutor? In either case, the record of your arrest and the disposition of the case will be in your record.