Sebeka, MN asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota

Q: If I am a victim in a domestic assault case what can the prosecutor do to me if I refuse to testify against the defenden

The defendant is my son

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Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Licensed in Minnesota

A: A prosecutor can threaten a few things. But they are often reluctant to follow through since they often posture as if they somehow represent "their" victim. It's a complicated question, and you should know that you can retain a criminal defense attorney as a witness lawyer to represent you and your interests against the prosecutor.

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Luke Neuville
Luke Neuville
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Licensed in Minnesota

A: This is a very complex legal question. You have legal rights in this type of situation. You should speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney ASAP.

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