Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

my husband and i got into an argument that got physical and we were both arrested and charged with harrassment and simple assault. neither one of us wants to press charges. what can happen?


Asked on 3/18/10, 4:02 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

SAUL SEGAN SAUL H SEGAN ATTY AT LAW

When you go to court, you can both speak to the District Attorney about your feelings....You might wish to call the domestic violence unit of the DA's office in your county ahead of time and indicate your feelings, or the local victim-witness unit

They may or may not let you drop the charges--sometimes they defer disposition to a new court date and if nothing else occurs, the cases may be dismissed...Also inquire about anger management classes or mediation....

If alcohol was involved, this might be a red flag and don't be insulted, but some alcohol counselling might be worthwhile...

Perhaps one or both of you shoudl seek legal help to guide you through this...

Call me if you would like to discuss this at no charge--

BEST OF LUCK!

215 732 4000

www.saulhsegan.com

SAUL

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Answered on 3/24/10, 4:55 am


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