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Bazzer
Guest
I was assaulted, I was offered compensation. I said I would accept the said sum but by the time it came to collect monies the file had been sent to the DPP who thus issued summons for court.
Now the Defendant's solicitor has said that if I withdraw my statement in court the sum of money will still be paid (this can be confirmed in writing).
One doesn't need to be a barrister to know this is slightly dodgy!
If I was to take the stand and withdraw my statement what would be the implications for me? Obviously I would be asked why I was withdrawing the statement.
Is it sufficient enough to say you were compensated for the assault and don't wish to take the matter any further?
Now the Defendant's solicitor has said that if I withdraw my statement in court the sum of money will still be paid (this can be confirmed in writing).
One doesn't need to be a barrister to know this is slightly dodgy!
If I was to take the stand and withdraw my statement what would be the implications for me? Obviously I would be asked why I was withdrawing the statement.
Is it sufficient enough to say you were compensated for the assault and don't wish to take the matter any further?