Can I file a civil suit or just keep a criminal in jail for involentary manslaughter the entire sentence?
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Can I file a civil suit or just keep a criminal in jail for involentary manslaughter the entire sentence?
My twin sister was killed in 2006 by her boyfriend it was reported that they were playing a card game and the gun was passed around that he brought over and the gun went off and shot her in the chest. But as the years went by I have encountered people that were there and they say something totally different they claim that he emptied the gun and then put one bullet in then pointed toward her and asked her if she was scared and the gun went off. I was trying to see if there was anything I could do legally to keep him off the street.
Asked on May 4, 2009 under Criminal Law, Georgia
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Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Only the prosecutor can bring criminal charges. Given the facts you've stated it appears his actions were at the least reckless, and if she died as a result that may be manslaughter.
I would try to marshal all the evidence you have and then see a lawyer. The lawyer can help you persuasively present the case to the local prosecutor in such a manner as to have him or her take a real interest. Prosecutors love cases that are brought to them tied up with a ribbon.
Further, even if the prosecutor does not act, assuming the civil statute of limitations has not run, you could sue the culprit for the wrongful death.
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