Reporting stepmother after abuse?

Questioner

I am 21 years old and I left home when I was 18. This has to do with the fact that I was physically abused by my stepmother for years. I have tried to process it and find peace in my life. But I notice that I do not like the injustice that was done to me. I would like to file a complaint against my stepmother, but I actually wonder what will happen then.

Lawyer

Good afternoon, Annoying situation that you have experienced. Filing a report can have different outcomes. Perhaps I could answer your questions regarding your rights as a victim and explain what the procedure is after filing a report. Feel free to contact me without obligation to discuss your case further. Gr, Mr. Mr. S. Leito FerLei Legal 06-49175526

Lawyer

I understand your concerns and will inform you of the process regarding filing charges against your stepmother for abuse. Reporting: You can go to the police station to report the abuse by your stepmother. You will be asked to provide all relevant information, such as specific incidents, dates, locations, witnesses, and evidence. It is important to be as detailed and accurate as possible in your statement. Police Investigation: After you file a report, the police will conduct an investigation to verify the allegations. They will interview witnesses, collect evidence, and take other necessary steps to investigate the case. Criminal prosecution: If the police investigation shows that there is sufficient evidence, the Public Prosecution Service (OM) may decide to initiate criminal prosecution. The OM will assess whether there is sufficient legal and convincing evidence to initiate criminal proceedings. Trial: If the Public Prosecution Service decides to prosecute, the case will be presented to the court. During the trial, both the prosecutor (represented by the Public Prosecution Service) and the defense (your stepmother’s lawyer) will have the opportunity to present their positions and question witnesses. The judge will ultimately make a decision based on the evidence presented and the applicable laws. It is important to note that filing a report in the Netherlands does not automatically lead to criminal prosecution. The Public Prosecution Service will assess the case and decide whether there are sufficient grounds for prosecution. The Public Prosecution Service may also decide to drop the case if they believe there is insufficient evidence.