Falsely accused of assault
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Falsely accused of assault
I have been falsely accused of assault by a co-worker. She went to the police department and filed a police report stating I caused bruises and scratches on her. I have a statement from an eyewitness stating they saw her putting the bruises on herself. Do I have any recourse? What can I do about this? She was assigned to a mediator, in which I agreed to participate but then she didn’t respond.
Asked on April 14, 2009 under Criminal Law, North Carolina
Answers:
S.B.A., Member, California and Texas Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Speak to the police detective about the possibility of their filing charges against her for filing a false police report. The decision is theirs; you can request such charges and offer your proof, including any prior statements of witnesses. (This filing would help you if there were any allegations of assault lodged in your personnel file.)
If your employer was involved/informed of these charges, make sure that your name is cleared of any allegation in your personnel file.
Consider asking for a restraining order (that she is to stay away from you & have no other contact). Bear in mind that you, both, couldn't work at the same employer.
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