Q: My boyfriend sent me threats over the phone. So when I seen him By my neighborhood.I hit him with my car.
Do we both get in trouble? Do I get in trouble? Or Do he just get in trouble because of the threats.
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A: If they're criminal threats he can get in trouble. It doesn't sound like self defense so I think you will likely get in trouble. You might have a self defense argument if you were in fear of imminent danger.
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A: You can act in self-defense in certain situations. Whether you committed a crime will depend on a number of factors, including the nature of the threats against you and his behavior in the moments before he was struck by your vehicle. It's not clear from your post whether anyone has been charged with a crime yet. If you remain concerned about your boyfriend's threats you have some options, including pursuing a protective order or filing a criminal complaint with the magistrate. Just be aware that this may also bring unwanted attention to any uncharged behavior on your part, such as striking him with your car.
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