West Jefferson, OH asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Ohio

Q: My daughter was jumped by 2 12 year olds and 2 people over 18, can I press charges on all of them?

The girl that’s over 18 spit in my kids face multiple times.

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Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: You can report the matter to the police. Its up to them and the prosecutor to decide whether or not to charge anyone.

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