DAPick up a domestic violence case but my wife didnt press charges
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DAPick up a domestic violence case but my wife didnt press charges
My wife didnt press charges for
domestic violence an no
witnesses only a police report
an no pic of assult so im going
to pre trial an my wife not
going to show can i get a
dismissed case
Asked on April 22, 2016 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
It is possible for the DA to pick up a domestic violence case even the victim does not want to press charges. The decision to proceed or not proceed is up to the DA, not your wife. Often, a victim's testimony is necessary to press charges. However, cases can be made without the testimony of the victim. Do not assume that your charges will go away just because your wife does not show for pre-trial. Instead, make sure that you have proper representation to insure your right to confrontation to any evidence or witnesses is properly protected and raised.
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