Officer Victim Relationship Conflict

Summary

It is considered unethical and a conflict of interest for an officer to engage in a sexual relationship with a victim while investigating their case. If the defendant learns about this relationship after the case, they could appeal the conviction, file a complaint against the officer, and consult a lawyer for further legal advice.

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can a officer investigate a case of domestic assault if he starts a sexual relaionship with the victem before the case is over
In Tennessee, it is considered unethical and a conflict of interest for an officer to engage in a sexual relationship with a victim while investigating their case. It could potentially jeopardize the case and result in disciplinary action for the officer.
what could the person charged with the assault do if they find out after the is over this happened
Joe, if the defendant learns about the officer's relationship with the victim after the case, they could:
- Appeal the conviction based on this conflict of interest.
- File a complaint against the officer with the police department.
- Consult a lawyer for further legal advice.
thanks
You're welcome, Joe! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, don't hesitate to ask. It's important to understand your rights and options.