Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Virginia

i was hit by my husband. I called the police, and they found i had a swollen eye. then they arrested him. now i want to drop the assault charge ? what should i do? i live in virginia. thank you for your help


Asked on 2/22/12, 1:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

You can't; only the local prosecutor's office can make that decision

once charge(s) have been formally filed.

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Answered on 2/22/12, 1:28 pm


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