Charges Dropping Authority Clarification

Summary

Police officers cannot drop charges; only prosecutors have that authority. If arrested on a false warrant, you may have grounds for legal action, including filing a complaint against the police department and seeking compensation. You can amend a complaint to add relevant charges, such as defamation of character, if applicable. Consult a lawyer to ensure proper procedures and timelines are followed.

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I was arrested on a false warrant in Virginia. And just received information from the Va state police that the warrant was invalid
It sounds like you have a strong case to discuss with a lawyer. Based on your situation:
- False arrest due to an invalid warrant can be grounds for legal action.
- Consider filing a complaint against the police department.
- You may be entitled to compensation for any harm suffered.
Would you like guidance on how to proceed with filing a complaint or finding legal representation?
If I file a complaint for false arrest and violation of civil rights, can I add other charges later to that same suit that are relevant
Yes, you can generally amend a complaint to add additional charges or claims if they are relevant to the same incident. However, it's important to follow specific procedural rules and timelines for amending complaints.
What other charges are you considering adding?
Defamation of character
Defamation of character is a serious claim that can be included if it is relevant to your false arrest and civil rights violation case.
Could you provide more details on how the defamation of character occurred? This will help in understanding the full scope of your situation.