My child was sexually assaulted by his biological mother on several occasions. They had 3 different video taped out cries, a letter from the hospital social worker saying the child had internal injuries because as he said it "he wouldn't touch him self" so he was beaten, a letter from the COURT APPOINTED therapist stating abuse occurred, when it occurred and how it occurred, CPS findings of abuse but still a NO BILL. We want to fight it, can we or does it mean the double jeopardy law is in place? We live in TX and fear the only reason it was ruled as such was because it was the mother. If any of this evidence had been entered into for a man he would be serving 20 years right now!
2006-12-26 05:03:24 · 10 answers · asked by jennanna 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
For the record my step son is 5 , he was 3 at the time the abuse took place and it has taken all this time to get this case before the grand jury!
2006-12-26 05:04:18 · update #1
Also it is his mothers 9th abuse case in the state of Texas! Am I to come to the conclusion Texas does not care about its children?
2006-12-26 05:05:21 · update #2
No Bill
A term that the foreman of the grand jury writes across the face of a bill of indictment (a document drawn up by a prosecutor that states formal criminal charges against a designated individual) to indicate that the criminal charges alleged therein against a suspect have not been sufficiently supported by the evidence presented before it to warrant his or her criminal prosecution.
This does not mean the case is over. It means the county or CPS needs to establish more proof to get an indictment. Double jeapordy does not apply unless he has been charged and adquitted. The case can be brought before a grand jury again if their is substantial more proof. Take note: a childs testimony is usually not admitted as evidence unless there is substantial physical or collaberating evidence to the charges.
2006-12-26 05:12:13 · answer #1 · answered by mndapa1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You understand that the 'll just quit my job and not care about the circumstances and he'll never see another penny, so take it or leave it" bluff won't work. If he's been on non-speaking terms with you, he won't give a damn if you live on the street either. And tada! amazingly enough not working doesn't stop your support from going further into arrears. The best you may be able to do is to negotiate on the interest being charged on it going forwards, but that won't affect the interest already owed. Again how is it his fault you bought expensive shoes and spent money other ways instead of making more payments towards the arrears? Do kids "need" those? no. And if the kids lived with you more days than were specified in the original custody + support agreements is it somehow your ex's fault you didn't petition the court to change your current support? no. And falling further behind because you started your own business wasn't his fault either. This is money he laid out for his portion of the care of the children. I guess now at least you can understand why many men are bitter about child support, and what the courts do to them.
2016-05-23 08:05:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing I can think to tell you is to go to the Law Library and look up exactly what this means and what you can do about it. Is the court still making this poor child see his bio-mom? I hope not!! I know these cases can be frustrating. I know that there is a person here who should be in prison for what he did but that case not only was dropped, there is no record of it anywhere. Nothing can be found not even hospital records and the physical evidence. It's a wonder what can happen when the guy who did this happens to be first cousin to the sheriff of the county that it happened in.
I wish I could give you more advice. I will be praying for your little boy.
2006-12-26 05:17:01 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Stacy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A "No Bill" means that the Grand Jury refused to indict. Without a Grand Jury indictment, it's not likely that the prosecuting attorney will proceed, and in many states they can't proceed without an indictment.
As for what to do now, you'll have to consult with an attorney.
2006-12-26 05:40:04 · answer #4 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the grand jury did not find enough evidence of a crime (which apparently they should have) it could mean that not enough evidence of a felony check into misdemeanor charges, i know it is not much of an answer but it will get the ball rolling for her name to appear in the national sex offenders registry. get her back into court and take her rights away from her. she should not be allowed to continue like that with her own child or any other child for that matter.
2006-12-26 07:04:36 · answer #5 · answered by angeleyes3535 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am so sorry for you and your family. i think that a no bill means the grand jury didn't find enough evidence to recommend a trial. i would talk to the district attorney in your county and see what to do from here if you can. Prayers are with you.
2006-12-26 05:12:38 · answer #6 · answered by honeyc73 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats horrible!!!! I dont know the answers to your question but if you have a lawyer, call him and find out what is going on. I would not sit quitly if that was my child. Especially since this i not the first time this sick woman has done this.
2006-12-26 05:12:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Appeal the case. And find legal advice froma well-back and acredited attorney. He or she will be able to look at your case in more detail and with a trained eye.
2006-12-26 05:29:16 · answer #8 · answered by Earnesty_in_life 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you ask the prosecutor? Check w/the district attorney in your County.
2006-12-26 05:12:26 · answer #9 · answered by workingclasshero 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im not sure what it means, but i just wanted to say that im sorry that he had to go through that. i was sexually assaulted when i was younger and never told anyone, and now i wish i had. I guess i was scared, im not sure, good luck
2006-12-26 05:13:02 · answer #10 · answered by beachybabekac 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋