My relative was arrested and the family wants to pay money to make the case disappear.…
My relative was arrested and the family wants to pay money to make the case disappear. Is that advisable?
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2Community Member
October 9, 2026
Do not assume that paying an unofficial amount will lawfully resolve a criminal allegation. Obtain legal advice and establish the person's status, the allegation and the proper legal process.
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Community Member
October 9, 2026
Preserve evidence of any demand for money and involve a lawyer rather than making informal payments that could create additional legal problems.
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