September 13, 2024
Threats to Commit a Crime
Client was a very responsible former Registered Nurse with no criminal record. She had a tumultuous relationship with her sister. Client’s sister made allegations that client was threatening to beat her and according to police, client said it twice. There was some credibility to the accusations, as the accuser was successful in getting a restraining order against client (which client represented herself at). The police sought criminal complaint for threats and a clerk magistrate hearing was scheduled. In preparation for ther hearing, Attorney Barabino drafted an 8-page memorandum of law, countless text messages and finally, two witnesses to testify so that the complaint does not issue. After a brief hearing, the magistrate declined to issues the complaint against client and the charges do not issue.
RESULT: Magistrate Declines to Issue Complaint for Threats Charge.