I think the more likely scenario is that a number of charges are proceeded on, including the torture charge. The situation as described previously could arise and would be very troubling. It could happen, but I think an equally troubling situation is someone who is charged with assault, assault causing bodily harm, kidnapping, forcible confinement, torture, aggravated assault, attempted murder, and a number of other offences. I think that is probably the more likely scenario, and I've already touched on some of the dangers, risks, and costs with that type of charging.
On September 29th, 2016. See this statement in context.