Once charges are started against someone can they be dropped by the person that began the charges without going to court?
2007-02-23 10:30:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes they can, but the courts need to be informed. Follow the same communications trail that got you to that point to make sure this is properly handled. These systems have a tendency to break down if not properly informed.
2007-02-23 10:35:44 · answer #1 · answered by briang731/ bvincent 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sure is! The issue of rent due and repairs are separate in most states. A few states allow you to "repair and deduct" if the landlord fails to make certain repairs. (In most cases, air conditioning is NOT included in the essential systems eligible for repair and deduct, even in hot climates.) No state allows you to stop payment on a rent check for failure to make repairs. In most states it's a crime to stop payment on a check for any reason other than non-delivery of goods or a lost check. You CAN be prosecuted for writing a worthless check in this case! You can also be sued for the amount of the check, the landlord's NSF fees and court costs, as well as the balance of the lease. Calling on the phone, leaving voicemails and sending e-mails do NOT constitute proper notice of defect or needed repairs. The laws in all states require WRITTEN notice to the landlord. I strongly suggest you send it via Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested so that you have proof of mailing and proof of delivery. If all the LL is demanding is the $700 for the check and $50 for NSF, pay him and be thankful that you got off cheaply.
2016-05-24 03:41:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Charges can be dropped if you work out an agreeable action with the other party. You will have to inform the court and also make sure to get a signed copy of every transaction or contract between you and the other person. Make sure to not make the same mistake.
2007-02-23 10:39:09 · answer #3 · answered by imissrascal 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In Ohio, the prosecutor can decide whether to continue the case or not. Of course, if the person that began the charges won't testify, the prosecution doesn't have much of a case (unless they think the person was intimidated.)
2007-02-23 10:45:44 · answer #4 · answered by angel_light 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. How else will the courts make any money. If there is a warrant, you now have to go to court and pay court costs. Judges have to make money too, you know.
2007-02-23 10:33:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes; present proof of payment to the county clerk where the warrant was issued.
2007-02-23 10:39:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe charges can be dropped if the plaintiff agrees to do so. Did you ask the other party about this?
2007-02-23 10:35:15 · answer #7 · answered by douglas l 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope..might as well go and turn yourself in.......get the warrant taken care of. That's the easiest way....You can't pay back the person, it's in the court's now.........
2007-02-23 10:41:30 · answer #8 · answered by cajunrescuemedic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it goes to warrant, then it will probably not be dropped! you need to get on this immediately and go to see a judge in this matter. if you can show him the payment, and the other parties are satisified, maybe they will dismiss it! good luck!
2007-02-23 10:37:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes charges can always be dropped at any time even in the middle of a trial.
2007-02-23 10:36:04 · answer #10 · answered by Dennis E 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋