Chesapeake, VA asked in Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Virginia

Q: If a person said to me via text that they would Crack my jaw should I take this as a serious threat?

I have filed a police report and they said I could see the magistrate to press charges. I did take the threat seriously and it has cause me much anxiety and fear. Should I press charges?

1 Lawyer Answer
F. Paul Maloof
F. Paul Maloof
Answered
  • Alexandria, VA
  • Licensed in Virginia

A: I regret that I do not handle personal injury or criminal law matters. Sorry.

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