what I want to know has my limation to bring changes against my brother for domestic violence and abuse. This all happen 20 to 30 years ago he has hurt others, I know it is not my job to clean up the world should I do this or shout up and would it be wrong as a christian to do. I need closure. What do you suggust and it is in another state so I would have travel to testify would you do? What would you do if it were you?
2006-11-19 06:21:26 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I believe there is an exemption from the statute of limitations in cases of this sort. You absolutely have the right to do this and it may bring you some measure of healing and closure.
Good luck.
2006-11-19 06:25:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I assume you are speaking of rape here? The men that went back and sued the catholic church when they were molested as children proves there is no statute of limitations since you have never prosecuted your brother prior. You must think as well that it is you that has the burden of proof and court dates can continue for months with attorneys etc. Do you need to say the words that you know are true in public, or can you get back knowing you did not bring this on yourself. No one can answer but you, however if you push ahead, think of how the outcome could affect you and your family etc.
2006-11-19 06:30:55 · answer #2 · answered by AJ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is not realy the done thing to wash the famalies laundry in public
violations within the family should be handled from within.
30 years is a long time ago ,and would you want to bring all that into the publics eye again,having to testify and be questioned about the abuse
I would forget about it ,or aproach the brother directly and maybe kick him in the crutch infront of the vicar.or something.
in this case the cure may be worse than the illness
2006-11-19 06:32:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
am so sorry....I think that IF this is now happening to others you need to speak out, this was not a one off and others will have to go thru what you have been living with.
Am not sure of the statute of limitations as I believe they vary from state to state BUT am sure that by you coming forward your testimony would help ensure a conviction.
Best thing would be to call one of the crisis lines and speak to a councilor as you do need to be able to speak about this and in time let it go, but by talking to a trained professional in this field it will be your first steps along the road to your own recovery and during this time you can then voice your fears or knowledge about his other abuses...........
Take care and good luck
2006-11-19 06:27:04 · answer #4 · answered by candy g 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your statute of limitations is probably up. Check with the state your brother is living in.
I feel your pain, though. My brother beat me regularly twenty years ago. However, I just let it go and got on with my life. The more you think of someone and obsess over what they've done to you, the more power they have over you. I'm not willing to give my brother that sort of control.
2006-11-19 07:33:55 · answer #5 · answered by ladyinpurple 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IN criminal court your statutes of limitations will have run but if you are just now experiencing mental problems you could file in civil court for damages, if he has the ability to pay. If he is abusing others you could talk to them and explain how long he has been doing it and offer to help them go through the process.
2006-11-19 06:45:03 · answer #6 · answered by daydoom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were a child I don't think theres statute of limitations so you're probably going to be able to bring chargest against thim.
I personally think you should do it, you may be saving someone else from going through the same things you went through.
2006-11-19 06:31:35 · answer #7 · answered by santapatita 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since you are a Christian .....
you will find your best peace
of mind by just forgiving your
brother
even tho I'm sure you still have
many painful memories of past
abuse, it has been too long to
attempt any legal punishment
against him
2006-11-19 06:26:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure what good it would do now. The statute of limitation may have expired by now. Consult a local attorney.
2006-11-19 06:32:58 · answer #9 · answered by Carl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your brother must understand that what he did was wrong. You should bring a case against him, and at the very least, never have contact with him again outside a courtroom.
2006-11-19 06:24:03 · answer #10 · answered by J G 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋