Legal Question in Criminal Law in Georgia

Re: Felony False Imprisonment

It is the prosecutor's decision whether to pursue charges or not, not the witnesses or other involved parties. However, often times the case will be very weak if the main witness refuses to testify.

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Re: Felony False Imprisonment

False imprisonment is holding one against his or her will without legal authority. Kidnapping also involves the element of asportation, that is, transporting the detained person to a place where he or she did not intend to go.

It is difficult to prosecute certain crimes without the testimony of the victim, but it is not always the case that charges will not be pursued if the complaining party refuses to testify.

If you wish to discuss this further, please call.

Jim Hough

770-607-5300