For
Forgiveness can heal and restore relationships.
Against
Crimes affect society, not only the victim.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“a victim can ask that charges be dropped or request a more reconciliatory approach to things.”
“If it's a minor offense and the victim doesn't want to cooperate or provide testimony then it may not be worth pursuing charges.”
“most won't allow the victim to "drop charges" because in DV or IPV cases, the victim is always pressured to do so.”
“Even if the alleged victim doesn't want to prosecute, potential victims of the alleged rights violator are entitled to a determination”