What are my options with the crime victims unit?

They may have done you a disservice, but I would not be hopeful about the COA.

Do I need a Lawyer

Yes, you need a lawyer. Go see one. Most offer a free initial consultation. AVVO can help you find a good one.

Getting things off record

I would wait until your HYTA case is actually dismissed before applying for these things. Then you should have no problem. Until then, it will be...

I agree with the previous answer that it is too late to make a big deal about this. As a practical matter, mercury is bad if it is spilled. Pay...

Tenant/landlord. Our tenants have vacated,we submitted a charge to them against their security deposit. They have not answered.

Unless your lease somehow says differently (and it shouldn't), you have done enough and can keep the damages you are charging. If there were enough...

In Michigan, this can happen. I imagine PA has a similar provision. What you should do is hire a local attorney and begin preparing for the charges...

If the arresting officer does not show up to the hearing. Does the case automatically get dismissed?

Since you put it in the DUI category, I guess we can assume it is that kind of case, but you did not tell us what kind of hearing. Some they need...

What does it mean...? Delayed sentence

Although I would need more facts to be sure, I would bet that successful completion means it will not go on your record when it is over.

I was convicted of a felony retail fraud case over one year ago and want to get it expunged.

I agree with the previous answers. Five years from completion of sentence.

Was arrested for drunk and disorderly and MIP in MI. also got fake IDs taken away

You should be talking to your attorney about this.