what i mean is is it still considered a crime if you were willing to let them do it?
2006-11-19 07:29:32 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes, if you let them do" it "because you were to scared to stop them, it's still considered a crime and can have them arrested.
But, if you were willing to let them do " it " then sorry, no crime.
2006-11-19 07:42:02 · answer #1 · answered by middelmom 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes. All cons and swindles work that way. As for the specifics in your case, a lawyer and the police would need to hear the full story to make the determination. You also can take this on two tracks, criminal prosecution or civil prosecution (i.e. suing for damages). You might even be able to pursue both.
Your culpability, that is how responsible you are, is an interesting note, but not the determining factor. Call the police station (not 911) and also talk to an attorney. Don't think of it as your fault if you get taken.
2006-11-19 15:46:59 · answer #2 · answered by jackwasthere 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends, somethings are crimes even with mutual consent such as if someone else shot drugs into your system, it would still be against the law. If the act is unlawful by nature then yes, they can be arrested. However, if you were consensual, how would anyone else find out unless you were in public.
2006-11-19 15:33:54 · answer #3 · answered by JFra472449 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It comes down to the concept of legal duty.
IF you are under a legal duty to prevent a crime, and fail, then you might be held legally culpable for the criminal act, even if you did nothing active to support it.
But only if you are under a legal duty. This might include a professional duty, such as a prison guard or a therapist (criminal negligence), or the legal guardian of a dangerous mental patient or owner of a dangerous animal (reckless endangerment).
Such situations are rare, and the laws vary by state/country. Check your local listings.
2006-11-19 15:34:05 · answer #4 · answered by coragryph 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes. If you just stood there and did nothing, than, yes, if you have the ability to help then you need to help. You could save a life but doing something very simple. Put yourself in the place of a family member of the one being helped. You would hold someone responsible wouldn't you for just standing there and watching and not help? Of course you would!
2006-11-19 15:32:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you consented to the sex, you can't go cry rape afterward
If you did not resist the mugger, taking your wallet still is theft
2006-11-19 17:12:32 · answer #6 · answered by Svartalf 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no.
It would be mutual consent..so the alleged "victim" is not a victim and cannot press charges..
only difference is if it is a sexual offense concerning a young minor
2006-11-19 15:31:49 · answer #7 · answered by The Chesire Cat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk you your local police officer. I am sure they will be more than happy to help you.
2006-11-19 15:32:05 · answer #8 · answered by beeotch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋