It sounds like you’re dealing with a very serious legal issue involving witness tampering, threats, and potential coercion regarding a settlement. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to consider:
1. Witness Tampering & Threats
- Illegal Actions: Witness tampering, including threats or coercion to influence testimony, is a criminal offense in many jurisdictions.
- Documentation: If someone is threatening you or a witness (even subtly), document everything—texts, emails, call logs, or any verbal threats (write down what was said, when, and by whom).
- Report to Authorities: If you or a witness are being threatened, consider reporting it to the police, your lawyer, or the court.
2. Subpoenaing a “Friend”
- If someone is being subpoenaed as a witness, they are legally required to testify. However:
- They must tell the truth under oath.
- If the subpoena is being used as leverage (e.g., “Testify or else”), this could also be seen as intimidation.
3. Threats of Perjury
- Perjury is a serious crime, and no one should feel pressured to lie under oath.
- If someone is threatening to accuse you of perjury unless you agree to a settlement, this could be coercion or blackmail—both of which are illegal.
- If the other party is manipulating testimony to pressure a settlement, this could be used against them in court. White car grey car????
What You Can Do
- Consult Your Lawyer – If you have legal representation, inform them immediately. They can take steps to protect you and notify the court.
- File a Motion – If you’re being pressured into a settlement through threats, your lawyer might file a motion to inform the judge.
- Seek Protection – If the threats escalate, a restraining order or legal protection may be an option.
