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Following the same logic killing someone would also be legal as long as "nobody complains".

• mcguire 8y ago
  Not really. Around here, some crimes and all civil matters require a complaint but other crimes, such as murder, can be prosecuted without one, on the state's own behalf.
  • emddudley 8y ago
    The FBI investigates IP theft and counterfeiting. It's not clear to me whether they require a complaint before taking action.
  • mcguire 8y ago
    And I'm wrong. Prosecutors can press charges on any case, but customarily don't if the victim isn't willing to cooperate.