Q: Called the police on my boyfriend for kicking down my door. I did not give a statement & do not want him charged.
My boyfriend was previously arrested for domestic vandalism for kicking my car and for violating a no contact order as we were pulled over together a month later. A 3rd offense can really ruin his life and career and I would like case dismissed. What can be done? And what are the potential consequences if state wins the case?
A: It may be time to find a new boyfriend. . . one without criminal record perhaps. One who respects you and does not need a restraining order. One who does not violate restraining orders and commit vandalism, maybe? If the state prevails, he may find himself a guest of the adult correctional institution for a period of time. Even if he doesn't get any hard time, you may find that he is potentially likely to commit a fourth offense, given the history and pattern evidenced here.
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