Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

if someone said they were assualted but didnt report it for 3 weeks and then didnt seek medical treatment for 4 weeks, can this hold up in court?


Asked on 1/13/10, 4:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Sure. It might make the claim harder to believe, but whether to believe it is for the jury to decide. Besides, in most cases there will be more evidence than just the complainant's testimony. Weak testimony is easier for juries to accept when bolstered by other evidence.

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Answered on 1/18/10, 4:38 pm


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