Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

my girlfriend called the police and told them ihit her which is not true. the police office filed a assault complaint against me. if my girlfriend does not show up to court will the charge be dropped? and if not how can it be dropped?


Asked on 11/30/10, 7:54 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Only the prosecutor's office (normally) can make such a decision,

but if their chief witness fails to appear for the trial,

it will be difficult for them to go forward with the prosecution

of the matter.

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Answered on 12/05/10, 8:09 am


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