How can you drop charges against someone?

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It is a common misconception that people can in fact "drop charges." However, once the authorities have become involved, it is no longer up to the individual to decide how to proceed with charges....

You can speak to the prosecutor and indicate that you do not wish to assist in the prosecution. It may well hinge on whether he decides to pursue prosecution or not.

The victim/complainant could go to the prosecutors office and indicate that he/she doesn't wish to prosecute the case. It might very well depend on the TYPE or CLASSIFICATION of assault as to whether...

Call your local District Attorney's Office and tell them you no longer wish to pursue charges. Once you sign the Citizen's Arrest form that gives them a right to arrest the suspect. In order for...