Legal Question in Criminal Law in Georgia
question about murder case
Is it allowed to get our own council to assist the state in prosicution of murder? i am the spouse of the victim.
Asked on 3/31/03, 2:59 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Ms. Tran Lankford
Tran Lankford, Attorney at Law
Response to Murder Case
In general, only the State can prosecute crimes; victims are not permitted by statute to hire their own attorney to perform such governmental functions.
Answered on 4/01/03, 11:57 am
Phillip A. Strickland
Law Offices
Re: question about murder case
It is true that crimes are pros. by the state and you would need to discuss the matter with the DA or hire an attorney to do so for you. You could, in any event, bring a wrongful death action if there is any estate to collect it from. Good luck and I am sorry for your loss.
Answered on 4/03/03, 11:35 pm
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