2006-09-11 16:24:11 · 12 answers · asked by Lorrie B 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Yes. Better have a preponderance of Evidence, and be able to prove damanges, though.
2006-09-11 16:26:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
A threat has to be valid.
How do you know if it is? Well if you are the recipient of the threat, how do you feel about it? Are you in fear that the threat can be carried out? Can the threat be carried out?
An example would be a guy across the state says that he's going to come to your house and beat you.
You answer back "You and what army?" Are you really threatened if you aren't afraid of him?
Let's say the guy is 10 years old and you are 40, 6'02", and 300 lbs. Is he able to carry out the threat? Probably not.
2006-09-15 07:59:37 · answer #2 · answered by Eddie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anythng and any one can be taken to court. Winning is a different matter. What do you hope to "win"?? You'd have to have suffered some "damages" to get anything out of it. And have evidence of both the threat and the damage it caused you.
2006-09-11 16:30:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
These days anyone can be taken to court for just about anything. The burden of proof lies on you though.
2006-09-11 20:27:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anne M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These days anything can be taken to court. But remember you have to prove your case. Protection orders, recordings, etc are necessary.
2006-09-11 16:50:36 · answer #5 · answered by azile_wehttam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can sue for harrasment or in legalise "infliction of mental suffering". obviously, you have to weigh your suffering vs. the cost of going to court and suing someone when making your decision.
i believe using a telephone to harrass someone is also a crime and can be subject to fines and imprisonment.
disclaimer: i am not a lawyer and can not give legal advice. obviously, if you're planing on suing someone you may want to consult an experienced attorney
2006-09-11 16:40:37 · answer #6 · answered by tom 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes,,but get an order of protection & if this person does not obey that ,,they will put themselves in jail,,you wont even have to go to court.
2006-09-11 16:26:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends where you are, i think anything can be taken to court in the US, call Judge Judy
2006-09-11 16:31:45 · answer #8 · answered by Aussieblonde -bundy'd 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends WHAT the threat is and against whom.
2006-09-11 16:30:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, terroristic threatening is a misdemeanor
2006-09-11 16:27:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋