Criminal question:
I have been charged with section 39 common assault and section 4(1) and section 4 public disorder. I denied the allegations but the other person seems to know how to twist the rules and bring false witness. He initially claimed I spat at him then the charge came that I beat him, which seems to me that he changed his story. I am going to Magistrate court. I am innocent but worried that the other person will bring false witness or may even have bruised himself to look like he was beaten. What would be the worst case scenario for me? and do I stand a better chance in Crown court with jury?
Responses:
Flora Page's response
Section 39 charges always state "assault by beating" but that does not mean that he has changed his story. A spitting can still be an "assault by beating" under our strange old laws. You should be given a copy of his statement. If you haven't received one already, I suggest you write to the CPS in your area and ask for it.
I'm afraid with these chanrges you don't have the option to go to the Crown Court, so you'll just have to try your luck with the Magistrates.
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