Q: hello i was involved in a domestic violence case with my mom . i am 24 years old (victim). how can i drop charges
i only have a tiny scratch on my leg but may have been caused by me kicking a screen door.
A: You can not "drop" charges. Once the police are involved and the individual has been charged it is up to the State. You can tell them you do not wish to prosecute, but in the end it is the State's call how to proceed. In domestic violence cases, it is very typical that the victim wants to "drop" charges and not aid in prosecution. The prosecutor deals with these circumstances all the time and will likely not dismiss the case just because the victim does not want to prosecute. Your mother (individual charged) should consult with a criminal defense attorney who is experienced in these types of cases.
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