Reopening Old Legal Cases

Summary

In California, reopening a 24-year-old case is difficult without new evidence, especially if the key witness is deceased. Legal nuances can vary, so consulting a local attorney is advisable for specific guidance.

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Hey Tony! What's your question? I'll do my best to help you out with the information you need.
well back 24 years ago my son was in a relation with this person, so back then he was accused of SA, Grape however the CPS and the police invetegated it and found it very inconclusive, and the DA decline to file charges and sent the case back to CPS. he found out 2 years ago that the women had died, so my question because shes dead, can the family try to open up a case again since its been * yeaars to try to get him for this lie. a lawer told me that the current DA will not overide a decion based on the former da declining to charge, and then he said that because she is dead, she is the key witness to the case with out the vitcim thare is no case. plus it woukld have to be her to ask to reopen something, with her her there is no case.
Hey Tony! I understand your concern. In Washington, if the original case was closed due to insufficient evidence and the victim has since passed away, it's unlikely the case can be reopened without new evidence. The deceased victim cannot testify, which complicates matters significantly. It's best to consult with a lawyer for specific legal advice.
the situration is in california
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Hey Tony! In California, generally, if a case was not pursued due to lack of evidence and the key witness has passed away, it is challenging to reopen the case without new evidence. However, legal nuances may vary, so consulting with a lawyer familiar with California law is advisable. Do you have any more questions on this?
thanks
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It seems like the situation is unlikely to proceed further without new evidence, especially with the key witness no longer available. However, as legal nuances can be complex, it's always best to consult with a local lawyer for tailored advice. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!