daughter has alot of stress and complications from this
2007-02-18 12:45:56 · 13 answers · asked by dmikels47 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
What exactly are you waiting for!? Yes, bring forth charges and prosecute to the fullest extent of the law ASAP!
2007-02-18 12:50:06 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. US of A, Baby! 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You would have to contact the prosecutor's office in the area where this occurred. An investigation would have to be carried out, evidence found, and you would have to see if the statute of limitations has not run out.
You could contact a private attorney and sue in civil court. This would not only be easier, but if you win, you will get what you really need--counseling for your daughter. The risk is that you will have to pay the attorney (probably a lot), while the criminal courts act without charge; secondly, you could lose or even be counter-sued if your evidence is not solid or your lawyer is not the best.
2007-02-18 12:53:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You will have to see what the statute of limitations for this is in your state. For example, in Texas, the statute of limitations is 10 years after the child turns 18. So, if the child is molested at 14, and the limitation runs until they are 28, then it is 14 years. If the child is three when this happens, then the limitation is 25 years.
You will have to find out what your state designates on this issue.
2007-02-18 15:30:33 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would depend on how long ago this occurred and what the statute of limitations is in your state.
Got any evidence or will it just be her word against his? Just be aware a case without evidence is often very hard to get a conviction on (as it should be...innocent until *proven* guilty). But that certainly doesn't mean it can't be reported/investigated. And then it's the DA that decides whether or not charges will be filed.
And…I’m curious…this went on for *7 years* without you having a clue? I'd venture to say that you will be asked that question, so be prepared for it.
2007-02-18 13:31:55 · answer #4 · answered by kp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to speak to the local prosecutor's office. A lot of states have extended the statute of limitations on this kind of crime since a lot of children tend to block out the memory of it til years later. Good luck.
2007-02-18 12:49:16 · answer #5 · answered by cinsingl83 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, in many states, he can still be prosecuted, as well as sued in civil court. Check with the local district attorney (some states call them state's attorney, or prosecuting attorney ).
2007-02-18 12:50:11 · answer #6 · answered by JOHN B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can if you just found out. Call the police.
2007-02-18 12:49:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! At least your state or county can?
2007-02-18 12:48:48 · answer #8 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a child, anytime she's ready to report it, there is no time limit
remember the Catholic Priest cases.
2007-02-18 12:56:43 · answer #9 · answered by 520 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I think you should definitly look into it, your daughter's health is at risk.
2007-02-18 12:53:36 · answer #10 · answered by di12381 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋