How long does one have to file an assault charge after the incident?
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How long does one have to file an assault charge after the incident?
Asked on February 5, 2013 under Criminal Law, Montana
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
In the criminal arena one who has been assaulted contacts law enforcement and makes a crime report to a police officer. The police officer then submits the report to the district attorney's office who decides if it will file criminal charges or not.
Given what you have written about, you may want to consult with a personal injury attorney to explore the civil arena for the assault that you have written about.
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