Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

False Statements to Authorities

I had someone tell the police and CPS untrue things about me in an attempt to bolster their case for having my kids taken from me. CPS and the police did phone interviews and outlined what they said in their own reports. Do I have any recouse?


Asked on 4/13/07, 2:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Womack The Law Group, PLLC

Re: False Statements to Authorities

Whether you have recourse would depend on what was said, whether there is proof that what was said was false, and whether what was said was privileged. If you are currently charged with an offense or have had CPS take the children, it would be advisable to discuss this matter with an attorney prior to doing anything public.

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Answered on 4/13/07, 2:55 pm


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