Police Doubt Crime Report

Summary

If the police doubt a crime report, they may continue investigating, dismiss it, or question the reporter more thoroughly. Inconsistencies in the report can lead to questioning the reporters credibility and potential legal consequences for false reporting. Harassment in the second degree in New York involves intentional actions to annoy, alarm, or threaten another person, including physical contact, following someone, or engaging in conduct that seriously annoys. Documenting incidents and consulting local authorities is advisable if you feel threatened.

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I'm from Suffolk County, New York
Hi Dale! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
What would happen if the police don't believe someone?
Hi Dale! If the police don't believe someone's statement, several things could happen:
- Investigation: The police may continue their investigation to gather more evidence.
- Detainment: They might detain the person if they suspect involvement in a crime.
- Interrogation: Further questioning could occur to verify the statement.
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What would happen if the police don't believe someone who reported a crime?
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If the police don't believe someone who reported a crime:
- Investigation: The police may continue to investigate to gather more evidence.
- Dismissal: They might dismiss the report if they find it lacks credibility.
- Further questioning: They might question the reporter more thoroughly.
Would you like more information on any of these scenarios?
What happens when they question the reporter more thoroughly?
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When the police question the reporter more thoroughly:
- They may ask for detailed information about the incident.
- They might look for inconsistencies or corroborating details.
- They could request additional evidence or witnesses.
Is there anything specific you would like to know about this process?
What happens if they find inconsistencies?
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If the police find inconsistencies in a reporter's statement:
- Credibility: The reporter's credibility might be questioned.
- Investigation: The police may focus on verifying facts and gathering additional evidence.
- Legal consequences: Potential charges for false reporting could arise if inconsistencies are significant.
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What are examples of inconsistencies significant?
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Examples of significant inconsistencies in a reporter's statement may include:
- Contradictory facts about the time and location of the incident.
- Inconsistencies in descriptions of people involved.
- Changes in the sequence of events.
- Discrepancies in physical evidence versus the report.
Would you like more information on any of these examples?
What happens if there are inconsistencies?
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If there are inconsistencies in a reporter's statement, it may impact the credibility of the report. The police will likely focus on verifying facts and gathering additional evidence. Significant inconsistencies could lead to questioning the reporter's credibility and possibly legal consequences for false reporting.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect of this process?
Why would someone be charged with false reporting?
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Someone can be charged with false reporting if they knowingly provide false information to law enforcement about a crime. This includes:
- Fabricating an incident that did not occur.
- Providing misleading details that hinder the investigation.
- Reporting a crime with the intent to deceive.
Do you have more details about the situation?
Would saying: "I think I heard the woman laughing" be misleading?
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To answer your question, whether saying "I think I heard the woman laughing" is misleading depends on the context and the level of certainty implied.
- If you genuinely believe you heard laughter, it's not misleading.
- If you're unsure and it's a guess, it could lead to misunderstandings.
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I heard a woman laughing inside a store
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Saying "I heard a woman laughing inside a store" is generally not misleading if you genuinely heard it. It doesn't seem to have any significant legal implications unless it relates to a specific incident. Is there anything specific you need help with related to this statement?
A woman and her boyfriend made fun of me and my twin brother
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I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Unfortunately, making fun of someone, while hurtful, doesn't typically have strong legal implications unless it involves harassment or threats.
Can you provide more details about the nature of their comments? This will help determine if any legal action is appropriate.
What is harassment in the second degree in New York?
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Harassment in the second degree in New York involves intentional actions to annoy, alarm, or threaten another person. Here's what it generally includes:
- Physical contact or threats of physical contact.
- Following someone in public places.
- Engaging in a course of conduct or repeatedly committing acts that alarm or seriously annoy another person.
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What is an example of seriously annoying another person?
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Examples of seriously annoying another person can include:
- Repeatedly making unwanted phone calls or sending messages.
- Stalking or following someone.
- Consistently showing up at someone's home or workplace uninvited.
- Making loud noises near someone's home intentionally.
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It sounds like you might be dealing with a harassment issue. If you feel threatened or alarmed by someone else's behavior, it's important to document everything and consider speaking with local authorities.
Would you like more details on how to document these incidents or how to file a report?