Legal Question in Elder Law in Kentucky

My son has power of attorney for an elderly aunt. He has recently learned that her favorite niece who has a drug problem has forged about $3000 in check on the aunt's account, but she does not wish to prosecute. Can he prosecute without her concent?


Asked on 10/04/11, 11:35 am

2 Answer from Attorneys

Andrea Welker Welker Law Office

That would be up to the Commonwealth's Attorney. A crime has been committed, but if the victim isn't going to cooperate, there isn't much to be done. Might be able to get her on drug possession at least.

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Answered on 10/14/11, 4:04 am


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