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answered on Nov 25, 2011
Yes. The prosecution has broad powers. They may file DCAC, but it does not mean it will stick.
Good luck,
Aaron M. Black
Criminal Defense Lawyer
480-729-1683
aaron@aaronblacklaw.com
http://www.aaronblacklaw.com
The judge will impose sanctions upon the prosecutor denying him the said "victim" as a witness in a retrial...I will motion the court to impose sanctions requiring the prosecution for the financial responsibility of my witnesses to return from out of state to include : travel , lodging ,... View More 
answered on Nov 25, 2011
If this was a misdemeanor the state has one year from the date of offense to file charges.
Good luck,
Aaron M. Black
Criminal Defense Lawyer
aaron@aaronblacklaw.com
480-729-1683
http://www.aaronblacklaw.com
answered on Sep 25, 2011
Arizona treats victims of domestic violence very carefully. The police are required to file a report and submit for charges if they believe a domestic violence assault has occurred. In addition, the police generally will arrest the suspect of the domestic violence assault and remove them from the... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2011
Generally speaking, if a person is served in person with a subpoena, they are required to come to the trial. If they are not personally served, the court would have no recourse if they did not attend the trial because they cannot be certain that they received the subpoena. That being said, I... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2011
If it is charged as a misdemeanor, the maximum penalty is 6 months in jail, a fine of $2,500 plus an 84% surcharge and probation for up to 3 years. You would also be required to attend domestic violence classes and counseling. If you are charged with a felony offense, the sentence would depend on... View More
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