Understanding the Legal Implications of Private Prosecution and Family Reporting

Understanding the Legal Implications of Private Prosecution and Family Reporting

Question from a reader:
I have a question about crimes requiring a complaint. If the victim themselves cannot report to the police, will the police accept a report made by the victim’s family instead? If the family reports, will an investigation be conducted?

Understanding Crimes Requiring a Complaint and Their Impact

Crimes requiring a complaint refer to offenses that cannot be prosecuted