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can you be convicted of domestic violence if defendant does not come to court to testify


Asked on 3/22/04, 3:52 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ronald Richards Law Offices of Ronald Richards and Associates

Re: domestic

under crawford vs. washington, the victim needs to show up in court.

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Answered on 3/22/04, 3:57 pm
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: domestic

Not usually, unless you confessed. Be very careful that you do not say or do anything to persuade the complaining witness not to show up, you could be charged with obstruction of justice or intimidating a witness.

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Answered on 3/22/04, 4:24 pm


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