There are warrants for my husbands arrest for domestic violence in Louisiana. I want to drop the charges but the Police tell me

Asked 3 months ago - Ringgold, LA

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I cannot until he is picked up. Can I drop the charges and have the warrants dismissed and he spend no time in jail. He has never done this before and I dont want him to get hurt while he is in custody.

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    Answered February 12, 2013 04:52. While it is possible not to cooperate, be very careful if you decide to drop the charges, you do not want to be charged with filing a false report. I suggest you contact a local dv attorney/family with criminal experience, to discuss your options. Best of luck.

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    Answered February 12, 2013 14:49. Yoy can speak with the District Attorney who is prosecuting your husband. The DAs do not like to drop these charges because they don't want to be responsible. You should sit down with an attorney to discuss how the process works.

    This response does not creat an attorney client relationship. In all cases, I recommend you seek a paid... more

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