How much money will I receive if I press charges?

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I'm still confused about the whole process, recently I was set up by a connect of mine and when I got there to meet him he was with a group of people, and he took my money, and was ordering me to empty out the rest of my pockets, some one came and reached into my pocket took my iPhone 6 and smashed it. Someone else punched me in the side of my head and they jumped my friend. I was scared for my life. Couple weeks later today, the police called me and told me they are getting a warrant for his arrest, if I testify in court and the defendant is found guilty, what compensation will I receive?

ramborachus · Answer

Likely none, you will have to request restitution and it may be denied by the judge.  that is if you win!  If you lose you are still out.  BUT it dosn't prevent you from going to small claims court.

Mark IX · Answer

You won't receive any compensation.  This is clearly a criminal case, the idea is to punish the offender, not to give you money.

? · Answer

You would have to sue in small claims court.  You would recieve the cost of your medical bills, possibly pain and suffering.  To be honest, it sounds like a drug deal gone wrong (your "connect").  If you have no medical bills to substantiate your claim, expect nothing.

Jeffrey · Answer

Whatever the judge might grant.  Probably not more than the value of what you lost.

Anonymous · Answer

Call a lawyer for legal advice!

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How much money will I receive if I press charges?

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