How Do You Drop Charges Against Someone?
If you filed a complaint against another individual you may one day have second thoughts about the case. You decide that you want to “drop charges” pending against that individual because of your complaint. There are certain steps to take in order to get these charges dismissed. Keep in mind, though, that simply because you ask for charges to be dropped–a case to be dismissed–does not mean that such action will be taken. Contact the appropriate prosecuting attorney’s office. Depending on the type of case that is pending, you need to connect with the correct prosecuting attorney’s office. For example, in a typical community, criminal cases are filed in municipal, country, district (state) or federal court. Less serious cases are in municipal court (where you have the best chance for dismissal); more serious cases are in federal court (where you have almost no chance for dismissal). Schedule a meeting with a staff member at the prosecuting attorney’s office. You may meet with the prose
