From the minute the police become involved in a domestic violence situation, that case is put in the legal system and it becomes a case of the State vs. the charged. The State has the right to continue to move forward with a case, even against the wishes of the victim. read more
Here's what should happen if you call the sheriff or police to report domestic violence: 1. Officers must fill out a crime report, and they must send that report to the district attorney for action. Ask them for a case number before they leave. read more