Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

17 year old son

my 17 yr old son was pushed by his step father and then he fought back. the step father ended up in the hospital for 3 days.

the stepfather wants to drop charges. what will be the outcome for my son


Asked on 4/22/07, 4:52 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Daniel Cevallos Cevallos & Wong, LLP

Re: 17 year old son

The Commonwealth's discretion in prosecuting is plenary; that is, they can prosecute irrespective of whether the step-father wants to drop charges. You should consult private counsel. Feel free to call our offices.

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Answered on 4/23/07, 9:28 am
John Gibson John W. Gibson, Esquire

Re: 17 year old son

Your question doesn't give enough information. Was your son charged as a juvenile or an adult and what were the charges?

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Answered on 4/23/07, 9:29 am


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