Q: with no prior of ever being in trouble, How likely is she going to be able to reduce a 243b charge or get it dropped?
My fiancé and I were horsing/messing around at a concert over the weekend in Califronia. Apparently someone saw us and claimed I hit her. The person made a report that I hit my fiancé. Long story short they arrested me and in the process ended up pushing my fiancé away and tackling her down and punched her closed fist claiming she was resisting and put a charge of 243b. My charge was dropped because it was ridiculous claim. She has no prior anything and I feel they put 243 because she told them he punched her. My question is, how likley will the charge dropped or reduced to something smaller?
No alcohol or drugs were involved. They put the charge on her claiming she kicked the cop after being in hand cuffs going down the stairs. I understand you need a police report, but this is more of a how likely and is there a chance of the charge sticking.
A: No one can respond to your question with yes or no! We need to read the police report or any other evidence that is presented against your fiance. Frankly, there are many other factors that can play a role with regards to end result of a case.
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