Q: How can I pursue charges if husband took items then used them in court?
I'm facing a situation where my husband and his girlfriend entered my home and took items to use as evidence against me. They presented a note I wrote to my 25-year-old son about clearing illegal activities (specifically pot) to manipulate the court, leading the judge to believe I was covering up illegal actions. This was used to wrongfully obtain primary custody of our child, who has always lived with me. Despite attempts to submit additional evidence through CPS and police reports, the judge refused to hear them. The police said they would only give a warning for trespassing, and I've been denied legal representation. How can I pursue criminal charges or correct this situation with the evidence I have?
A: Go to the County Attorney's Office and take a criminal complaint against them. You may have to get a jury instruction for missing or stolen evidence once you get your case up and running.
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