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Can my mother drop the restraining order against me?

Asked on Nov 30th, 2011 on Criminal Law - New York
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What happens if my mother has a restraining order against me and said that I came to her house and now she doesn't want to? What can happen now? Can they drop the case if she tells them too or is it no longer in her hands?
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Transportation Attorney serving Mamaroneck, NY at Palumbo & Associates, PC
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No, only the prosecutor can.
Answered on Dec 05th, 2011 at 4:10 PM

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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Montrose, NY at Law Office of Jared Altman
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It is somewhat no longer in her hands. She can't drop the charges but she can refuse to cooperate which might kill the case at any trial.
Answered on Dec 05th, 2011 at 10:40 AM

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