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theft investigation
i have been questioned about a theft but nothing has been found for me to be guilty but the police detective is now trying to talk to my ex wife is that standard? and how long will this continue til they finally drop the case since they can’t find anything to arrest me or find me guilty on?
Asked on June 5, 2009 under Criminal Law, Arkansas
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Typically, the police will keep an investigation going for as long as they think there's a reasonable chance that they will be able to make a case. And it isn't at all unusual for the police to talk to ex-wives, because often ex-wives are all too ready to rat out their ex-husbands.
How long this will go on depends on the facts -- including whether the detective thinks he's making progress, and just how badly he wants you.
If you think the police are harassing you, now or in the future, you should discuss that with a lawyer in your area. One place to look for an attorney is our website, http://attorneypages.com
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