Legal Question in Personal Injury in Wisconsin

My girlfriend, who is a minor, was slapped in the face by her older brother, who is an adult. What can I charge him for?


Asked on 8/06/10, 7:24 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Nothing. Only the government can bring criminal charges. Even if private citizens were allowed to do so, you would still lack standing to bring charges on your girlfriend's behalf.

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Answered on 8/11/10, 7:35 pm


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