If the officer that arrested me is fired from the force before the case is resolved, what happens with my case?
UPDATED: Jan 26, 2014
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If the officer that arrested me is fired from the force before the case is resolved, what happens with my case?
Asked on January 26, 2014 under Criminal Law, South Carolina
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Your case most likely continues: the officer has no further role after your arrest than--and only if necessary--acting as a witness. Assuming there is other evidence of your alleged crime (other witnesses; physical evidence; any statements you made; etc.), there will be no problem for the authorities in continuing the prosecution. Even if the officer was an important witness, he can be subpoenaed to testify after being fired.
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