Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts
Can the victim of a felony assault and battery with a dangerous weapon drop the charges before arraignment if there is an agreement reached out of court?
Asked on 6/10/10, 3:29 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Murray
Joseph M. Murray, Esq.
No. The Commonwealth controls the prosecution in which the victim is merely a witness.
Speak with the prosecutor of retain an attorney to do so. Good Luck!
Answered on 6/11/10, 8:12 am
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