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The PA state police showed up and took statements and pressed charges on me for harassing my wife when all I did was defend myself from her attacking me by pushing her away from me. Upon getting pushed she fell to the ground being drunk her balance was not good. She came at me again with the same... View More 
answered on Apr 4, 2017
Friend, when the government pursues charges against you, they must present witnesses to proof their case. When they don't, you have the right to seek a dismissal. Your lawyer should strongly object to any continuances by the Commonwealth.
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