Bethesda, MD asked in Criminal Law for Maryland

Q: How can I get help not rape charges

If you are the victim of a Rape 2nd Degree

and u feel like the person have a mental illness how do you help this person . I told the detective pacifically that I want to get him help and I told them that I don't want to participate and they serve me a subpoena To make sure I come, but I feel like there listening to what I want they have their own agenda . I feel like the victim all over again .

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Thomas J. Maronick Jr
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Thomas J. Maronick Jr
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Glen Burnie, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: I am a defense attorney so probably not the best person to ask but that being said I suggest you seek out counseling services to assist you to find the right pathway forward.

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