Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

Assault and battery

If the victim of Assault and Battery does not press charges, are there still consequences if the authorities were not there to witness the crime?


Asked on 3/21/04, 7:58 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: Assault and battery

The collateral issue is that this person may have reported this to the police, and the police are the ones that will or may have a complaint issued. That's all I can say based on the informatin provided.

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Answered on 3/21/04, 10:27 pm
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Assault and battery

The Alleged victim can seek a complaint from the Court. If a dangerous weapon was involved, the police can seek a complaint even though they did not witness it. Civil action can be filed in either case. Further Questions?

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Answered on 3/22/04, 10:57 am


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