If my boyfriend was charged with assault in the third degree and disorderly conduct but I want to drop the charges dropped, is there anything I can do?
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If my boyfriend was charged with assault in the third degree and disorderly conduct but I want to drop the charges dropped, is there anything I can do?
I want to drop the charges but it’s up to state. Can I contact the State Attorney and voice my opinion?
Asked on April 7, 2015 under Criminal Law, New York
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You can definitely contact the prosecutor and voice your opinion: they may not do as you ask, but there's no law against asking and also no harm in asking. If your boyfriend begins or signs up for the appropriate counseling (e.g. anger mangement?), that may also help--it may convince the state to, even if they don't drop the charges entirely, to reduce any punishment.
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