I received a subpoena to be a witness in a case against my ex boyfriend. The entire case is bogus. He brought phony charges against one of my friends who supported me during our breakup, and she in turn filed charges against him. The things he wrote about her were so petty that the state recommended mediation. They attended and her charges were disolved. His charges on the other hand had a warrant attached, and therefore were not as easily handled. The last time i spoke with her she said that she didn't wish to pursue the charges any further, but she couldn't handle it before the court date. Nothing really happened, and although he and i are on the outs and I currently have a protective order against him for something unrelated...I really don't wish to see him locked up for something that he didn't do. Should I consult legal help? What should I do in this situation?
2007-03-06 14:24:15 · 5 answers · asked by prettydebutante 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
First, a lawyer is not going to quash this subpoena for you, though they may give you advice on how to testify.
Second, be sure to inform the court beforehand that you have a protective order in force against your ex. This won't excuse you from testifying, but they should be aware of these things.
Third, STOP USING THE LEGAL SYSTEM TO MANAGE YOUR PERSONAL LIFE. When your boyfriend and friend filed charges, they swore that their statements were true. Just because your friend doesn't want to pursue this further, doesn't mean the prosecutor is going to stop pursuing it; they may want to continue forward anyways.
2007-03-07 03:01:44 · answer #1 · answered by PI Joe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to testify. I don't think you need a lawyer, but you might call a legal hot line just to ask them.
2007-03-06 14:27:51 · answer #2 · answered by chaseunchase 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a lawyer. It's the safe and smart thing to do.
2007-03-06 14:26:30 · answer #3 · answered by Golfer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-03-06 14:48:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya just in case
2007-03-06 14:27:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋