I ran into a guy i had a close/intimate relationship with last night at a dance club. Since there is alot of in between details that are hard to tell, the main problem is that by the end of the night after 2 or 3 drinks, i ended up scratching his face out of anger and of course escorted out. Also, out of pure anger i sent a minor "threatening" text. Now the next day, he text me saying he was at the police station filing charges, showing them his scarred face and showing the police the text and they would soon talk to me. Now if this is true, what happens next? Or what steps are taken if someone does file charges against you? He stated he would take this all the way to court. Are you sent a letter first? And if so, is it through the mail, in person, or do they call you? What consequences are there if this ends up being a battery charge? I am a bit nervous if this ends up being true and i would like to know what would follow.
2007-04-14 12:26:02 · 9 answers · asked by Marie M.R. 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Just face the music.
2007-04-14 12:33:51 · answer #1 · answered by c1523456 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You might want to start looking for an attorney just in case he did what he says he did. If he did go to the police and filed charges, it is likely the police will be showing you on your doorstep in the very near future and be charging you with some form of battery (no, they will not just "send a letter"), especially since you did so in a room full of witnesses in a public place and where "escorted" out of the establishment.
At minimum, depending on what your "threats" were (and as the were in the form of text message, can be easily stored, retrieved and used against you in a Court of Law), combined with the above, it is likely it will be fairly easy for him to get a restraining order against you which will forbid you from contacting him by any method and not being able to come into physical contact within so many feet (usually 1,000 feet). If you violate the Order, you can be put in jail.
In addition, if the dance club has not already done so, they can bar you from entering there establishment.
At bare minimum, it would not be in your best interest to contact him anymore by any method and don't go to places that you know he is likely to be.
2007-04-15 03:27:32 · answer #2 · answered by bottleblondemama 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ae long because of the fact the case is open and the statute nof limitations has not been exceeded for the offense (that's years concepts you) then sure, they might amend an present can charge or upload new ones. sure you will possibly nicely be charged for using on an identical time as fatigued. a minimum of as many injuries are brought about by using drained drivers as are brought about by using drunks. Lot's of states now have rules on the books that permit criminal expenses for somebody who's caught using on an identical time as fatigued, quite if there is an twist of destiny. Punishments are reminiscent of those for DUI. Your buddy desires an criminal expert.
2016-10-22 04:28:39 · answer #3 · answered by seabrooks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hate to say it, but you'd be better off calling from a pay phone and asking if there's a warrant for you so you can turn yourself in; rather than be caught unexpectedly and draw a charge or worse. If you did something you shouldn't have, then you pay the price for that. If you threatened him,then, he can use that against with the police. It's a crime to threaten someone. You know? Just wait if, you can't do anything. But gosh, sakes STOP texting him. Okay. Stop! He's not your friend!
good luck and be safe.
2007-04-14 12:34:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
A LETTER!?!? Hahahaha....no, an arrest warrant will be issued by the D.A.'s office with that kind of evidence, and then they will come and arrest you, handcuff you, take you to jail, book you, strip search you, put you in a cell, and likely the next day take you before a judge for a preliminary hearing or arraignment depending where you live. Get a lawyer NOW!!!! Assault and battery and/or terroristic threatening is a serious crime and you could do a year in jail; or more depending on your record etc.
2007-04-14 12:38:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If this person did indeed got to the authorities, there should be a follow up visit with you. Which means that you will be sought out and you will have to answer for your actions. If charges are pursued, you will be subpoenaed into court on those charges.. You should seek legal counsel if you believe this may be a possiblity.
2007-04-14 12:36:31 · answer #6 · answered by Amanda S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
drinking leads us to out of control behavior..the police will contact you if they take this charge seriously. i would stay away from the guy who you did this to. Best to get a legal consult..
2007-04-14 16:21:22 · answer #7 · answered by d s 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you were never taught to keep your hands to yourself. now, you must answer for your crime. seek legal advice with respect to the exact charges.
2007-04-14 12:30:42 · answer #8 · answered by KitKat 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dont be such a pussy if youre going to act like such a badass.
2007-04-14 12:34:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋