QUESTION
Will a burglary case still continue if the accuser has passed away?
Asked on Dec 15th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Michigan
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A friend of mine has been accused of a burglary. Since then the accuser has passed away. Can he still be charged?
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Technically it is the state and not the victim who presses charges. However,if the victim is dead, the prosecutor could have a difficult time proving their case.
Answered on Dec 19th, 2013 at 1:14 PM
Yes. Crimes are crimes against society, not just the victim, so the prosecutor could decide to pursue the prosecution even though the accuser has died.
Answered on Dec 17th, 2013 at 5:51 PM
Possibly. Depends on what the deceased gave to the police prior to his passing.
Answered on Dec 17th, 2013 at 5:51 PM
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Yes, depending upon the available evidence. It will simply be harder to convict them.
Answered on Dec 17th, 2013 at 5:51 PM