Class A Misdemeanor NYS: Criminal Mischief what do I do

Troy, NY Viewed 242 times. Posted 5 months ago in Criminal Defense

I was arrested for criminal mischief 4 last night. This is my first offense. I am a student at one of the top Engineering schools in the country and may need to acquire security clearance in the future. Is there any way for me to prevent this from being on my record? I need to appear in court Monday at 8:30, what should I expect when I go and what should I do? - Is this your question? Add additional information

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Glenn Warren Magnell

This attorney is licensed in New York. Posted 5 months ago.

Since criminal mischief 4th is a criminal offense it will be prosecuted by the District Attorney's office of the county where the alleged offense occurred. Depending upon the nature of offense ($$ amount, usually) and the criminal record of the defendant most DA's offices are willing to reduce the charge to some non-criminal offense in return for restitution for the amount of the damage. In some cases, it is possible that the matter can be Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal (charge will be dismissed after a set period of time) if restitution is paid. You should contact a local criminal attorney who can represent you, determine the strength of the case against you and work out the best possible disposition.