Help, Rape In School!!!!!!!!!

[rascal1]

I do not think there was a grand jury. I do not think it has gone that far yet. yes the rape advacate is checking in to an attorney to take over. that is the thing no one can believe the DA is wanting to drop all charges. I was told at the last court hearing that they would only go as juviniles and we was looking at only two years of probation then if they did not get in trouble in that two years it would be dropped off their records. including not have to register as sex offenders.

I jsut do not know:

Can I some how get the case to continue, they can not go free. they can not be let unpunished to do it to another girl. they hurt her so bad physically the next girl may not make it through it.

and if I can what kind of lawyer do I look for. plus one that has a heart.

I have never sued or charge anyone.

 

[Shay-Pari'e]

Sorry if I piss anyone off with this, but there has to be more to this. Unless we are in the twilight zone, the pattern of event's just does not chime.

 

[CdwJava]

I have heard of some strange things, and I would not be too surprised if the DA or someone just kissed it off ... maybe too afraid to take it to trial (or too inexperienced). Maybe it was a bad investigation, bad evidence, or some really sloppy procedural problems by the school, the police, the DA, or someone else.

If I had to guess, I would say that there is a problem somewhere. Or, that the case is not ready to go to trial just yet. There may be some inconsistencies that have to be ironed out, suspect statements that have to be clarified, etc. The "good" thing is that the SOL on these cases has to be quite long. And always remember that rushing to trial before you are ready is a BAD, BAD idea because you will NOT have a second shot at it.

And, the prosecutor is never going to give the victim or the victim's family all the details ... there would just be too much risk of plots, plans, gaps, shortcomings, or strategies leaking out. And victims of sex crimes are the worst for leaks because they ARE so emotionally charged.

You are right ... there is more to this story. But, I kind of think that the OP doesn't have all the facts provided to her - hence the reason she is so frustrated.

Carl

 

[Shay-Pari'e]

Carl, we may bang heads here, but if it were my daughter, I would have all the facts. Something is not right. There is a video of her and him alone at the school, yet nothing else on the video.

I'm not going to contribute anymore to this thread, as I don't want to hamper the advice she may need, but that's how I see it.

 

[mauree]

Sorry if I piss anyone off with this, but there has to be more to this. Unless we are in the twilight zone, the pattern of event's just does not chime.

You are not sorry if you "pissed anyone off". You are as bad as Rmetz!

 

[Shay-Pari'e]

You are not sorry if you "pissed anyone off". You are as bad as Rmetz!

You need to do better than that if your going to impress anyone Sue.

 

[rascal1]

Can I some how get the case to continue, they can not go free. they can not be let unpunished to do it to another girl. they hurt her so bad physically the next girl may not make it through it.

and if I can what kind of lawyer do I look for. plus one that has a heart.

 

[rascal1]

Please edit your post to follow the forum rules noted at the top of the screen:
Please Include your state, be civil, brief, and to the point, and use lower case letters.

I am sorry on the caps it is I was upset and it was just a habit because I can see it better, I did include my state, I hope I was civil, I try, brief to the point this case is compl. and being brief is a little hard. Again I am not a lawyer and neww at this site and I am sorry. I just want help

 

[rascal1]

1. When did this happen?
2. What is the age of her attacker/s?
3. Her age?
4. Her age at other event?
5. How long between rape and report to school?
6. Any counseling?

1. about about 6 months ago
2. the news stated 16 and 17
3. she is 14
4. she just turned 12
5. minutes
6. yes rape advacates came to ER and continue counseling

I must also state she is a cliant of the arc for mental retardation people

 

[stealth2]

I must also state she is a cliant of the arc for mental retardation people

THIS may be where your problem is. It's entirely possible that the DA don't feel she's going to be a credible witness and don't think they have enough to prosecute w/o her testimony.

You should contact Ark to see what assistance THEY can provide - legally and emotionally.

 

[rascal1]

THIS may be where your problem is. It's entirely possible that the DA don't feel she's going to be a credible witness and don't think they have enough to prosecute w/o her testimony.

You should contact Ark to see what assistance THEY can provide - legally and emotionally.

there is to much evidence and they state if someone came forward that was there then they would continue. I said to them well then someone could brake in an do the same but if no witness then they would go free. they said yes.

I will call arc monday

 

[rascal1]

her and him alone

more than one boy did this. they ganged up on her

 

[stealth2]

That doesn't make sense - how could there be too much evidence? It seems as though, if they're looking for a witness, there is not ENOUGH conclusive evidence to proceed.

 

[rascal1]

That doesn't make sense - how could there be too much evidence? It seems as though, if they're looking for a witness, there is not ENOUGH conclusive evidence to proceed.

That is what there claiming now after 6 months and 6 court I think pilimernary (sorry spelling) but this is the Evidence:
Blood on her clothes, forensic nurse stated they ripped her bad which showed they forced raped her, the bruses on her legs, arms, neck, survalance tape showing they were left alone, her statement, the kids that reported there was a problem to the princeple, it was the school that went to her before she could come to them. the only witness to the actual act was the boys.

 

[stealth2]

Okay, that's making more sense. So they have proof that your daughter was assaulted. What they apparently don't have is corroborating proof that it is the boys she says did it. And, unfortunately, with your daughter's apparent disability, they don't feel comfortable going forward and putting her through the stress of testifying knowing that the boys' lawyers are basically going to challenge her ability to identify anyone as a result. And knowing that it will likely be enough for the boys to be acquited.

I'm sorry - it must be a dreadful time for both of you.