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If the victim/complainant does not make an appearance in answer to the courts subpoena the case will likely be continued while the prosecutor and/or law enforcement look into the circumstances as to why they failed to appear (e.g.: intimidation - bribery - disappeared - etc). The court will give the prosecution latitude in attempting to locate the complainant but eventually if they cannot be found or they become a "reluctant" witness, the case MAY be dismissed... however, probably without prejudice.
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Should perpetrators of domestic violence be prosecuted without the victim's consent?
Yes. Crimes are prosecuted by the state, not the victims. Whether or not the victim wants the crime prosecuted is irrelevant. If the crime has been committed, there is enough evidence to prosecute, and it is in the public's interest to curb this type of crime, the crime should be prosecuted. Additionally, in the area of domestic violence battery particularly, there is an emotional involvement between the victim and the defendant. In this area, perhaps more than any other area, the defendant "gets to" the victim and discourages cooperation at an alarming rate. Often, when the victim refuses to cooperate with authorities, and the case is not prosecuted, the victim is attacked again later by the same defendant.
What types of abuse can one be prosecuted for other than physical abuse or uttering threats?
Urinating on the victim, defecating on the victim, and sticking things in the victim's pooper unexpectedly
Can the mother of the victim show up in place of the victim?
no
Can someone be convicted for multiple crimes for one act?
Yes. Example: Bank robbery resulting in the death of a victim. You can be prosecuted for both.
Can someone can be convicted for multiple crimes for one act?
Yes. Example: Bank robbery resulting in the death of a victim. You can be prosecuted for both.
How many people are still being prosecuted for taking part in the Rwanda Genocide?
The Rwanda Genocide was one of the most disturbing events in the history of Africa. As a result hundreds of people were prosecuted for taking part in it. There is currently no one still being prosecuted as a result of this event.
Can a person be convicted of a charged if a victim claims to recognize a voice but see no face?
Sure. It all depends on how believable the victim is. If seeing a person was required then a blind person could never be a witness, or a crime that happened in the dark could not be prosecuted.
What are the release dates for The Montel Williams Show - 1991 Refusing to Be a Victim?
The Montel Williams Show - 1991 Refusing to Be a Victim was released on: USA: 8 March 2007
What are the release dates for The Wendy Williams Show - 2008 The Eleventh Victim?
The Wendy Williams Show - 2008 The Eleventh Victim was released on: USA: 1 November 2012
Is abuse fun or dangrouse?
abuse can be fun to the person doing it but the victim of the abuse my find it very uncomfortable and so the answer to the question is that abuse is a horrible act and you can be prosecuted if caught doing to people.
Do you get arrested if the victim doesn't show up in court?
Whether the victim shows up or not has nothing to do with you. If you are in court, you almost certainly have been arrested already. If the victim doesn't show up at the trial (in court) then the state may lose their case against you.
If the victim drop the complaint do the victim still have to testify?
This would be an unusual circumstance, the prosecution usually will not proceed with a reluctant complainant, however, yes, the case could still go ahead. If the state still wishes to proceed with the prosecution they could call the 'victim' to aid in the case.
