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It's typically up to the Prosecutor in a criminal case to make the decision to dismiss the case, unless, the state has failed to meet the requirements for the charge they've laid against a person. When the latter happens, the defense can motion for the case to be dismissed with or without prejudice.
What else can I help you with?
Where is a case normally tried?
In the state of wich the crime was committed
Can a judge dismiss a civil case?
Yes, a judge can dismiss a civil case if there is not enough evidence or if the case does not have legal merit.
How to dismiss a case in court?
To dismiss a case in court, a party must file a motion to dismiss with the court. The motion should include legal reasons why the case should be dismissed, such as lack of evidence or legal basis. The judge will then review the motion and make a decision on whether to dismiss the case.
Can a defendant in Texas file a motion to dismiss a case?
Yes, a defendant in Texas can file a motion to dismiss a case.
Why was The Black Dahlia case unsolved?
The crime was committed a long time ago when police did not have the tools available to solve such a crime.
Was Roe v. Wade a civil or criminal case?
Roe v. Wade was a civil case; no crime was committed.
What does Notice Of Placement Of The Case On Inactive Calendar And Of Intent To Dismiss What if your Court Case?
What does this mean in the case of a divorce? NIC - Notice Of Placement Of The Case On Inactive Calendar And Of Intent To Dismiss Your Court Case
What is the meaning of moved to dismiss?
When you want a court to do something, you make a motion. If you make a motion to dismiss, you move to dismiss. If I moved to dismiss, I'm asking the court to dismiss whatever case is in front of me.
Do you owe your attorny any fees if you dismiss your case?
YOU cannot dismiss your own case. A dismissal can only be granted by a judge. You must pay your attorney for any work that he does on your case.
In criminal cases what is venue?
The VENUE in a criminal case is the judicial district or county where the crime was committed.
Who can you tell that you want a case stopped that is about you?
Bring your grievance before a judge.AnswerIf you are the plaintiff or petitioner, you may dismiss your case. If you are the defendant/respondent, you can move to dismiss, but if the case has merit, the case will continue until the plaintiff dismisses it. You may settle with the plaintiff to dismiss the case.If you are not a party, for example if you are the child in a custody case or if you are the victim in a criminal case, you have no standing or control, and cannot do anything.
Can you pay a court fine to drop a case?
No. If you are the plaintiff (i.e.: civil case), you can dismiss your case at any time. If you are the defendant, you would have to settle with the plaintiff for them to dismiss the case. In a criminal case, it the statute has a fine schedule associated with it, you may be allowed to do so, or the state may agree to dismiss your case in exchange for something they need, or will allow you to plead guilty to avoid trial.
