How do I correct a false statement that led to someone's arrest?
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Ok, thank you for clarifying.
This is a very sensitive situation, and it’s clear you’re trying to take responsibility and do the right thing now. Making a false statement—especially one that led to someone’s arrest—is serious, but the fact that you’re willing to come forward, correct it, and cooperate with the court does matter.
Providing an Affidavit to the Court
Your notarized affidavit should clearly state that the original report you made was not truthful. Be specific about what parts were false and why you said them. For example, you can explain that the bruises were from a fall, not from being hit. If you're submitting this to the court or to the victim advocate’s office, it’s important to stick to facts and avoid placing blame—just focus on correcting the record.
About the Protective Order
Since a no-contact order was issued, only the court has the authority to lift or change it—even if you're the person it’s meant to protect. You can express your wishes to the victim advocate, who may help pass your affidavit and statement along to the prosecutor or judge. Just be aware that the court may still proceed cautiously, especially if there's an active criminal case.
What Happens Next
After you submit your affidavit, the court and prosecutors will review it. It may affect the case outcome, but they’ll also consider the safety of everyone involved, including you and your unborn child. Keep track of any upcoming court dates in case you’re asked to appear.
Taking this step shows accountability, and it may help bring clarity to a complicated situation.
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I'm using this affidavit to provide to the court after I made a false statement. I tried calling and going to the police but they have given me the run around. Someone was arrested because of my actions.
I'm sorry to hear about the situation you're facing. Have you already submitted the affidavit to the court?
Not yet - I planned on going today after notarizing.
Can you provide more details about the false statement you made and the circumstances surrounding it?
Yes - on 3/16, I went to the station and made allegations of DV against my boyfriend after we had a disagreement. I referenced incidents from December and added that he hit me …. I gave pictures of myself w bruises on legs and arms after I fell down the stairs.
Is there anything else the Criminal Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with your false statement.
My boyfriend was arrested Friday and there’s now a full no contact protective order and we are currently expecting a baby.
Welcome and thank you for using AskaLawyer. My name is Gurney, and I'm the attorney who will be assisting with your question. I'm happy to draw on my years of experience as an attorney and former prosecutor to offer some guidance. Please note, if you click the button for a second opinion, that will end our chat and I won’t be able to reply anymore.
How do you feel about the current protective order?
I don’t want the order in place. My thoughts was going to the victims advocate office to provide my notarized statement and ask for the protective order to not be in place.
Ok, thank you for clarifying.
This is a very sensitive situation, and it’s clear you’re trying to take responsibility and do the right thing now. Making a false statement—especially one that led to someone’s arrest—is serious, but the fact that you’re willing to come forward, correct it, and cooperate with the court does matter.
Providing an Affidavit to the Court
Your notarized affidavit should clearly state that the original report you made was not truthful. Be specific about what parts were false and why you said them. For example, you can explain that the bruises were from a fall, not from being hit. If you're submitting this to the court or to the victim advocate’s office, it’s important to stick to facts and avoid placing blame—just focus on correcting the record.
About the Protective Order
Since a no-contact order was issued, only the court has the authority to lift or change it—even if you're the person it’s meant to protect. You can express your wishes to the victim advocate, who may help pass your affidavit and statement along to the prosecutor or judge. Just be aware that the court may still proceed cautiously, especially if there's an active criminal case.
What Happens Next
After you submit your affidavit, the court and prosecutors will review it. It may affect the case outcome, but they’ll also consider the safety of everyone involved, including you and your unborn child. Keep track of any upcoming court dates in case you’re asked to appear.
Taking this step shows accountability, and it may help bring clarity to a complicated situation.
Does that help with your next steps?
Yes it does thank you very much. Now I have the email to the officer where I explained that I was not being truthful, do I bring that as well with my signed affidavit?
I think that would be a good idea, yes!
