If in the investigation part of a possible simple battery charge they said it was dismissed, does this mean that it can be re-opened?
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If in the investigation part of a possible simple battery charge they said it was dismissed, does this mean that it can be re-opened?
Asked on November 18, 2012 under Criminal Law, Georgia
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
It is entirely possible that even though there is a criminal investigation under way for battery and the investigation is closed there is always the possibility that it can be re-opended by law enforcement if circumstances warrant. As such, one would be subject to the statute of limitations for the filing of a criminal charge for the alleged battery.
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