Q: Can I reopen a domestic assult and battery case? It was dismissed and I was not aware of the court date.
My ex broke into my parents home and went out the back where she began hitting me and trying to take our daughter on my time. She then got in a physical altercation with my (girl) that was a friend at the time while my sister called the cops. My ex was arrested and police report was filed. Next thing we know the case was dismissed we were told by the cops that we would be notified of the court dates and never were. I feel there was no justice for the incident as I was celebrating my birthday with my family. My step dad wanted to press charges on her for breaking and entering and that didn't get to happen.
Also the case was back in 2014. But I never thought it would be able to be reopened. Just figured I'd ask.
A:
NO, the statute of limitations of 2 years has now run on this incident. You should have contacted the District Attorney right after it was dismissed.
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