QUESTION
Should I wait until my criminal case is finished before I file assault charges against the complainant?
Asked on Dec 24th, 2013 on Criminal Law - New York
More details to this question:
I currently have a case in criminal court (falsely arrested), because of the complainant lies. I was injured and would like to file charges in criminal court. Should I wait until my case is over? Also, what is the time limits for me to file charges. I live in NYC.
1 ANSWER
John J. Carney
You can try to file a "cross complaint" but the police hate to do them. You might have to wait until your case is over. The statute gives you 3 years so that is not a problem.
Answered on Dec 27th, 2013 at 12:37 PM