Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

Abuse of the D.A

I recently was in an arugment with my boyfriend in which my mom called the cops. Nobody was touched as far as any hitting goes but then the cops all the sudden pressed charges in the case and now we are at trial. The reason i am asking this is i believe or i know that my statement was changed because of the details on the statement and also themy signature. the D.A is threatening me to tesify that this is my statement when i know it isnt this statement would get my boyfriend thrown in jail it is a bunch of lies also she told me that i would have charges pressed against me if i didnt start to tell the truth i am looking for some legal advice as to what to do i do not have alot of money and i go to school full time putting myself through college is there any way you can help me on what i should do?


Asked on 10/04/05, 6:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Johns Mark Johns, Esquire

Re: Abuse of the D.A

If you have not been subpoenaed then you have no obligation to come to court to testify. If you were subpoenaed the DA may have made a procedural error which would excuse your appearance at court. If the DA did everything right you still may have the abiliy to assert your fifth amendment right against self incrimination. I offer free consultations.

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Answered on 10/04/05, 7:11 pm


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