Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia
My fiance physically abused me and my roommates stood by without helping or calling the cops. Can they get in trouble for that?
Asked on 7/27/10, 7:30 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
David Saiki
Law Office of David M. Saiki
Generally, no, unless they had some legal duty to aid you.
Answered on 7/27/10, 10:37 am
Michael Sprano
The Sprano Law Firm, LLP
No, they had no legal duty to come to your aid so they cannot get in any trouble unless they were in some way assisting your fiance. Free non-legal advice though: that's pretty low of them, you should look for new friends.
Answered on 7/27/10, 11:02 am
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