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Can an assault charge be counterclaimed with a similar charge?

Asked on Jan 06th, 2012 on Criminal Law - Wisconsin
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If a man and women slept together while intoxicated and one party files sexual assault charges, can the other party also or counterclaim with their own sexual assault charge?
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You can't file counterclaims in criminal court. You can in civil court if there was a civil suit.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2012 at 8:33 AM

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