The sooner the better. It gets harder to prove after you've had a bath. Never the less, even if the assault happened a long time ago it should be reported just to get it on recoed that this guy has assaulted someone in case he does it again.
File charges and have the assailant arrested.
Yes, the parents of a minor can do what they feel necessary to protect their child.
California has a limit of 180 days to file charges with the EEOC for sexual harassment cases. If filing with the DFEH, there is a one year limit to file.
Citizens can NOT "file charges." Only prosecutors can file charges against somebody. You could make an official report to the police and they would investigate the matter and if the investigation supported your allegation,. either make as arrest (if appropriate) or apply for a warrant.
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There are no charges for dating as there are no laws against it. Sexual contact has some laws. In most states if one of them is under 16 it could be a problem. You would have to check the specific laws for the state in question for the limits and penalties.
That is going to depend on the laws in your jurisdiction. In some places it could be a sexual crime.
Perhaps kidnapping would apply in this case. Check with a lawyer.
In most legal systems, a minor under the age of 18 typically requires parental consent to file charges or take legal action. However, in some cases where a minor is considered to be emancipated or legally recognized as an adult, they may be able to file charges without parental consent. It is important to consult with a legal professional or local authorities to understand the specific laws and regulations governing minors filing charges in your jurisdiction.
Individuals do not and cannot file criminal charges. Only a state or federal prosecutor can file charges. However you can make report to police about the alleged criminal act. The sooner the better, the longer you take to report it the more difficult the investigation becomes, and the more doubt is actually cast on you as to why you held off reporting it for so long.
No. Citizens cannot press charges against anyone. Only a prosecutor can bring charges. You can REPORT the matter to the police and the police will investigate and take the proper action.If the assault is confirmed by the police, in all likliehood, they will take action against the minor as a juvenile matter.If you wish to take action against the parents, you will have to file a civil suit of some type against them.
If she is a minor (under the age of consent) then yes.