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.
