Legal Question in Criminal Law in Colorado

If one party states that he would not press charges on a minor if he admits to vandalism and repays, How do you ensure that he wont be prosecuted anyway and has just admitted to the crime.


Asked on 8/01/12, 11:28 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Damon Cassens Waters, Kubik, and Cassens

Beyond someone's word, you can't. Whether or not to bring charges remains the sole provence of law enforcement and the DA's office.

As a practical matter, if doing so gives you a chance to avoid the juvenile justice system, do it.

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Answered on 8/02/12, 5:45 am
Clifton Black Law Offices of Clifton Black

The party does not have the power to press charges or dismiss charges. In this type of situation, an experienced attorney can take this offer and get a stipulated agreement that would benefit the person charged.

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Answered on 8/02/12, 10:58 am


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