Can the Complaining Witness or victim in a Domestic Violence case dismiss the charge?

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Chicago Criminal defense lawyer Steven H. Fagan answers the question - the complaining witness or victim in a domestic battery or domestic violence case doesn't want to testify - will my charges be dropped and dismissed?

Domestic violence encompasses a large number of cases involving a current or past family or dating relationship. Domestic battery, stalking or cyberstalking, harassment, sexual assault, sexual abuse, telephone or electronic harassment, violation of order of protection, neglect, violation of a civil no contact order and more. Domestic violence can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, and there is often an accompanying petition for order of protection.

Prosecutors have the ultimate decision-making power whether to proceed with your case, not the complaining witness. The complaining witness certainly may have an impact on the prosecutor's decision. However, in many cases, the prosecutor will have concerns that override the wishes of the victim in a Domestic Battery or other Domestic Violence case.

An experienced and knowledgable criminal lawyer familiar with Illinois Domestic Violence courts can address the concerns of the prosecutor, and can make a big difference in keeping your record clean and avoiding jail and other harsh penalties that typically accompany Domestic Violence charges.

Watch the video to learn more, and if you have other questions about domestic violence and other criminal offenses both felony and misdemeanor, visit our informative website at http://www.MyAttorneysOnline.com/

To discuss your Domestic Violence related case with a lawyer in the Chicago area (throughout Cook county), DuPage or Lake County Illinois, pick of the phone and call us at 800-454-4LAW, or email office@ffdlawyers.com for a free consultation.

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