Regrettably, domestic assault charges are not uncommon types of charges. They include charges of assault, assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, and uttering threats – where the alleged victim is a family member, cohabitant, ex-partner, or spouse. Once the charge is laid, can it be “dropped”? An alleged victim does not have the ability to “drop” domestic assault charges. However, there are circumstances where the Crown Attorney may agree to not proceed with the charges. What follows is some general information on this topic. It is not meant to be legal advice for your particular situation. Should you require legal advice, you will need to contact a lawyer read more here
