How to get the DA to act on a negligent homocide?
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How to get the DA to act on a negligent homocide?
MY MOTHER WAS SHOT AND KILLED BY A MAN PLAYING WITH A GUN NEXT DOOR. HOWEVER THE DA HAS NOT CHARGED HIM WITH ANYTHING IN 4 MONTHS. WHY WOULD THE DA NOT PURSUE A CASE THAT HAS BEEN ALREADY INVESTIGATED BY THE GBI AND THEY HAVE A CONFESSION? CAN THEY GET AWAY WITH NOT DOING ANYTHING? HE WILL NOT EVEN TALK TO THE FAMILY. WHAT CAN WE DO?
Asked on February 5, 2011 under Criminal Law, Georgia
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
1) Whether or not criminal charges are brought, you can bring a civil lawsuit against this man and sue him for the wrongful death of your mother. You should consult with a personal injury attorney.
2) Try going to a higher level than the person who has decided to not charge. If you've been dealing with an assistant district attorney, try contacting his or her supervisor or even the district attorney him- or herself.
3) Try political pressure: contact your municipal assemblyman or council member; the mayor; even a state representative's office.
4) Try media pressure--can you tell your story to the news?
The goal with 2, 3, and 4 is bring (public) pressure to bear to reconsider the decision. Good luck, and sympathy for your loss.
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