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Can the victim drop charges in a criminal case?

Yes, in a criminal case, the victim cannot drop charges. The decision to prosecute lies with the state, not the victim. However, the victim can choose not to cooperate with the prosecution, which may impact the case's outcome.


What happens if the state motions to prosecute a domestic violence offender after the charges are dropped?

Assuming that you mean the charges were originally taken by the victim and dropped by or at the request of the victim, Then if the state (in GA at least) motions to prosecute (typically domestics) on behalf of the state, then the charges stand and the victim takes on the role of victim/witness in stead of victim/complainant. The state can continue to pursue domestic violence charges and prosecution in domestic situations now due to laws adopted after years of battered spouses dropping charges against their abusers because of fear and misguided loyalty.


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 is statute of limitations for suing for an inheritance in Missouri?

If a child was molested at age 17 in the state of Missouri, how long is the statute of limitations open for the victim to prosecute the perpetrator?


What two options does a victim of sexual assault have?

Call law enforce, Tell a doctor. Tell a teacher. Report it to a psychologist or counselor.


What happen if the victim recanted several times?

It depends what her statement now is. It also depends on what the DA decides to do, whether he or she thinks that he or she would be able to competently prosecute the crime without a complaining witness (if the victim's current statement is that the crime did not occur) or, if the victim's current statement is that the crime did occur, it would severely weaken the prosecution's case.


Will your ex be arrested if she committed bigamy in Texas?

If SHE committed bigamy, yes, she most certainly can. If she was the victim of a bigamist, no.


Who is the person against the whom the crime has been committed?

victim


Name of Gunsmoke episode with three Matt Dillons?

The name of the episode is, "The Fourth Victim." For a synopsis of the show, go to http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0594435/plotsummary


Can a victim receive a subpoena?

Crime is more than a personal issue, it is an offense against society, that is why the STATE prosecutes instead of the individual. Even if the complainant does not wish to prosecute they may need to be involved in the prosecution.


Are most murders committed by strangers?

No, most murders are not committed by strangers. In fact, the majority of murders are committed by someone known to the victim, such as a family member, friend, or acquaintance.


What does being a victim in a crime mean?

A victim is a person directly and proximately harmed as a result of the commission of an offense (i.e.: the one against whom the offense was committed).