Q: I was accused of pushing my disabled my disabled spouse what happens next
Someone accused me of pushing my wife. Both my wife and i are disabled. Aps came into our home and interviewed both she and I. later on, the same day, the cops were called, and did a wellness check. They said, " no sign of abuse." What happens next?
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A: The next step is for a prosecutor to review the case for a charging decision. That can be quick or a lengthy period of time. If the decision is made to prosecute you will receive notice in the mail. This notice will tell you in which court to appear and what charges you face. If the prosecutor decides not to charge, they do not have to inform you. APS could also act and try to keep your spouse away if they believe she is at risk. I recommend you speak to an attorney who could inquire about the criminal referral and to protect yourself from APS if they do something.
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