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Can Charges be filed months after the victim tells the police they don't want to file charges at the time of the crime?
It depends on the crime, the state, and the statute of limitations. For a number of misdemeanors, the statute of limitations is just 30 days.
Depending on the jurisdiction and type of crime, it might not matter if the victim wants the charges filed or not. It isn't up to them in those areas and situations. For instance, domestic violence is one where the victims usually don't have a choice in filing. The crime is considered to be against the state, not just the victim.
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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.
If a person doesnt file a complaint can police do so?
In the United States, criminal charges against a defendant are brought by the state, not by victim(s) of the crime. While a victim may provide a statement to the police which leads to the alleged perpetrator being charged with a crime, it is the police, not the victim, who actually file the charges, and the district attorney, not the victim, who prosecute. Therefore, yes, the police can and sometimes do file charges even when the victim(s) of the alleged crime choose not to cooperate with the police. This happens, for example, in domestic violence cases, where the victim of the domestic violence may be cowed by an abusive partner or spouse into not pressing charges, but the police might still pursue them.
Can I drop charges against the victim?
No, as a victim, you cannot drop charges against the perpetrator. The decision to pursue criminal charges lies with the prosecutor and the court, not the victim.
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 you call the cops and someone gets arrested but you didn't sign anything does that mean it was the cops who pressed the charges rather than you?
As a civilian, you do not have the ability to file charges. Charges are filed by a prosecutor. The police and prosecution will arrest and charge individuals, whether the "victim" agrees with it or not.
Can you press charges against your parents for choking you?
Yes, you can report the incident to the police, and they will investigate the matter to determine if charges should be pressed. Choking someone is considered a serious offense and can result in criminal charges being filed against the perpetrator, regardless of their relationship to the victim.
Whats the compensation typically after youve pressed charges for assault battery?
Citizens cannot "press charges." The only thing a victim can do is contact law enforcement and report the incident and cooperate with police and prosecutors as they make a criminal charge. The victim/witness does not receive any compensation.
Can you be charged with hit and run by victim if not charged at the scene?
Yes, it is possible for the victim of a hit and run incident to report the incident later, which could result in charges being filed against the perpetrator. The victim can report the incident to the police, who may then investigate and pursue criminal charges against the individual responsible for the hit and run.
Can a victim drop assault charges?
Yes, a victim of assault can choose to drop charges against the perpetrator, but the decision ultimately lies with the prosecutor handling the case.
Can you make a sentence with word 'assault'?
The police intervened at the right time and stopped the assault.
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 file charges in a district other than where the crime took place?
Generally only the agency where the crime took place will accept a crime report. In any case, the victim does not file charges. Charges are filed by the prosecuting attorney.
