I am writing a story, in which a victim of an attack wants to confront his attacker in jail (for closure). Is this allowed or would this 'taint' the case for trial?
I want to make this story believeable. I am at a point where I see a couple ways of going. It depends on if this victim is able to confront or not....
Thanking you in advance.
2007-11-12 05:50:22 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
USUALLY THE VICTIM AND THE ATTACKER ARE KEPT SEPARATE TILL AFTER TRIAL AND SENTENCING.
IN 42 YEARS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, I HAVE NEVER SEEN AN ATTACKER SEE AN INMATE IN A JAIL.
IN PRISON YES. MORE AND MORE RECENTLY ATTACKER AND VICTIMS GET TOGETHER TO ASK THE WHY?
PERMISSION HAS TO GIVEN BY THE WARDEN TO ALLOW THE INMATE TO SEE THE VICTIM. HAVE SAT THROUGH TWO CLOSURES AND IT WORKED OUT VERY GOOD.ONE WAS A 73 YR OLD MALE WHO HAD RAPED A 18 YEAR OLD FEMALE 28 YEARS AGO. HE WAS DYING, HAD BEEN TO CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES AND HAD BEEN SAVED. HE ASKED IF IT WAS POSSIBLE TO MEET THE PERSON HE HAD RAPED SO LONG AGO AS A CLOSURE HE NEEDED AS WELL AS SHE DID. SIX MONTHS AFTER HE MET WITH HER HE DIED.
2007-11-12 06:10:07 · answer #1 · answered by ahsoasho2u2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most cases only visitors on the inmate's list are allowed to visit, and the number of ppl on that list is limited. If the inmate agrees, it could probably happen. Good luck with the story.
2007-11-12 06:45:55 · answer #2 · answered by Cecil n 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would doubt very seriously that the victim can see the accused before the trial. After the trial, if he is convicted, you can request a visit. But I think the prisoner has to agree to the visit.
2007-11-12 05:54:42 · answer #3 · answered by Lyn B 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It all depends on the crime and if that person as a good reason to visit if they have a lawyer then the lawyer will have to ask the judge. hope it helps
2007-11-12 05:56:07 · answer #4 · answered by SHANA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obstruction or Retaliation law in texas. Penal code 36.06. its a state jail felony to confront witnesses on cases while they are pending
2007-11-12 05:56:50 · answer #5 · answered by Police Officer 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it's really inportant that you get the correct answer i'd get it with your local police station they should know. i think it will depend on the crime commited and weather the prisoner will agreess to the visit.
2007-11-12 05:55:44 · answer #6 · answered by Beverley A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, unless the incarcerated person agrees. You can speak at a parole hearing and that carries a lot of weight.
2007-11-12 06:36:14 · answer #7 · answered by schneider2294@sbcglobal.net 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the alleged attacker allows you, you can visit. I've heard of it happening.
2007-11-12 05:53:28 · answer #8 · answered by shirleykins 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ive heard of it happening but the people who told me about it might not be trustworthy.I am 75% sure u can.
2007-11-12 05:56:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
uh i wouldnt recomend it because then the popo might think somethin is up and that you two are tryin to plan somethin but if you had someone from the law with you then you could probably go in without a problem
2007-11-12 05:55:19 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋