GRASSO, J.
The Commonwealth appeals from an order of a Boston Municipal Court judge allowing the defendant's motion to dismiss a criminal complaint charging him with intimidation of a witness. See G. L. c. 268, § 13B. For the reasons that follow, we reverse.
1. Background. The application for the complaint against the defendant alleged as follows:
Let's get started

Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.