NSW Assault Charge - What to Do?

[Rod]

Yep, it is hard when there is lack of sleep. Very few of us cope well in that situation.

Hope it works out for you.

 

[Jadaz]

Yep, it is hard when there is lack of sleep. Very few of us cope well in that situation.

Hope it works out for you.

Thanks for your advice. Yes its a very difficult situation. I hope it works out too.

 

[Anubis]

How did it go?

You can't "drop" charges. Police can on occasion withdraw them but not when there are children present. Most often the victim seems to not turn up despite being subpoenaed and ultimately the court dismisses.

Keep a diary.

 

[Do I need a Lawyer]

Hi all,

Please remember that this is a legal forum.

1. It is now a police matter and they are extremely unlikely to drop any charges.

2. It is a matter for your husband whether he pleads guilty or not. He should get legal advice.

3. You will need to give evidence against him in court.

4. Mental health issues can be dealt with by courts. Your husband, not you, should seek legal advice about his options.

In short, our system doesn't do much in these situations other than leave it up to a court to decide. There is very little you can do once the police are involved.

 

[Jadaz]

Hi
Thank you for your help and time in this matter. We have since been to court and the case has been dismissed. The judge was very fair and heard what I had to say. Thanks again for your help

Hi all,

Please remember that this is a legal forum.

1. It is now a police matter and they are extremely unlikely to drop any charges.

2. It is a matter for your husband whether he pleads guilty or not. He should get legal advice.

3. You will need to give evidence against him in court.

4. Mental health issues can be dealt with by courts. Your husband, not you, should seek legal advice about his options.

In short, our system doesn't do much in these situations other than leave it up to a court to decide. There is very little you can do once the police are involved.

 

[Jadaz]

How did it go?

You can't "drop" charges. Police can on occasion withdraw them but not when there are children present. Most often the victim seems to not turn up despite being subpoenaed and ultimately the court dismisses.

Keep a diary.

Hi
Thank you for your thoughts. We have since been to court and the charges were dismissed. Thank you for checking up and all your help