Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

I have a question pertaining to restitution. I was assaulted by a boyfriend a few months ago. The have charges against him including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and attempted murder. I was basically forced to go to the hospital by the police. Now I have several hospital bills and no money to pay them becuase I am a studend. I filed for a restraining order against the boyfriend, and since he was on probation, it was a violation of his probation. Since the indiciden he has gone M.I.A. They have not been able to find him to arrest him. Can I still file for restitution? If not is there a way around it. His mother drove him to the attack, and she is currently aiding him. Can I file on her?

Thank you.


Asked on 9/30/10, 9:03 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Consult the Victim Witness advocate at the District Attorney's Office and inquire as to your rights under the Victim of violent crimes Act. If you get no satisfaction there, consider retaining an attorney to determine what additional rights you may have to bring a civil suit. Good Luck!

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Answered on 10/07/10, 3:56 pm


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