Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

I have someone texting me threating to damage my car, i saved the text messages of the threats. If i am sleeping and miss him damaging my car, without getting it on camera or catching him in the act, can i still press charges with only the saved text messages?


Asked on 7/11/11, 5:29 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Richard Southard Law Office of Richard Southard

It is certainly within your right to file a complaint for criminal mischief with the NYPD. Whether they and/or the DA's Office thinks it's enough evidence to prosecute or convict may be a different story and varies based on the individual investigating the case.

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Answered on 7/11/11, 8:02 pm
peter bark bark & karpf

The text message and the damage should be enough for prosecution.

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Answered on 7/12/11, 4:16 am


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