Is it wrong to press charges against the father of your kids?

[Anonymous]

You can just get the police to try and stop the situation. It's wrong to press charges

Yes it's right to press charges

It's wrong to phone the police at all

[Orion84]

It depends on what he did.

There are situations in which doing so would be perfectly justified, but I'd need context to this specific instance.

[Asker]

What cases where it isn't justified?

[Orion84]

Rather than list all of the reasons it may not be justified, it's probably easier to mention those cases where it would be.

If he's violent, abusive, or represents a potential threat to yourself or your children, then absolutely press charges against him.

[Asker]

But literally what other crime could you press charges against him for other than those things?

[Orion84]

I don't think you can, but I know some people would try. That was why I asked for context.

I see you mentioned DV in your other reply, but since that wasn't mentioned in your original post, I didn't know that's what you were talking about.

[Nikki1989]

It is not “wrong” to seek legal recourse to protect yourself and your children from harm. Often, it is the most courageous and responsible choice you can make.

[Anonymous]

Context?

[Asker]

Obviously DV

[Asker]

What other crime could their be if i am pressing charges?

[Opinion Owner]

Okay , then yes press charges