If I filed battery charges against my husband but we have since reunited and I do not want to testify against him, what can I do now?
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If I filed battery charges against my husband but we have since reunited and I do not want to testify against him, what can I do now?
Asked on March 4, 2013 under Criminal Law, Indiana
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You will need to speak with the prosecutor. The prosecutor may have enough to still prosecute and while you may not be forced to testify against him, if the prosecution moves forward you may need to think about whether you wish to testify on his behalf.
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