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In Massachusetts one spouse cannot be forced to testify against the other spouse. The District Attorney controls the prosecution of the case; but, most District Attorneys will not force a victim to testify. In this case the wife can refuse to testify and the District Attorney has no say. Without further evidence the case shall be dropped. The ideal situation is to have an attorney represent the wife's interest. If she cannot afford an attorney then have her speak to the defense attorney of the husband and the assistant district attorney. In this case she should appear in court on her husband's behalf.

You need an attorney. You may well get a deferred prosecution agreement which means you are on probation for a few months, do a number of community service hours, and attend a class, pay fines and costs, and after you complete everything the state drops the charges. You can also expect a letter from Publix attorneys claiming that you have to pay them around 200. Talk them down. Get an attorney in your area. This will all be over and you will later be able to get the record expunged.

They should not have questioned your child if you told them you needed to be there. However, it is unclear under the law whether this is a statement that can be suppressed. It depends on the minor's age, intelligence and education as to whether the statement is voluntary. Many courts have allowed such statements even if the police did not tell the minor he had a right to talk to parents first. However, Miranda warnings must be given. If no Miranda warning, telling the minor he has a right to consult with counsel before questioning, then the statements can be suppressed.