The answer is no, or probably not, to be precise. A misdemeanor (vandalism can be a misd or a felony but tire slashing likely misd) must be...

Should I call the DA prior to my arraignment to request per trial diversion ? Do I need an attorney ?

I doubt that any prosecutor will talk to a "pro per" defendant prior to arraignment. I think the officer is suggesting you call to ensure it's...

Do i need a lawyer to clear this from my record ?

Hard to know. If you got a "ticket," it sounds like there was official involvement. I'm curious how you know the cost of the citation. So the...

Can my ex demand a drug test directly or does the ex have to notify me through a third party?

It sounds like a child custody question, rather than a criminal defense question. If you are facing criminal charges, no private person nor any...

3 passions and under the influence one 5 years ago 1 year ago and one pending very little i n passion

Basically Prop 36 is available to persons who have not suffered a felony conviction within five years preceding the current non-violent drug...

I-131 Application for Travel Document for Humanitarian Parole "Class of Admission"

I've edited your practice area- this is an immigration question. Good luck!

Should i get legal help? will this be on my record? what am i looking at?

Yours is very defensible. Fight.

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Will an open container in public charged as a low grade citation show up on a background check 21 +

The clerk is referring to an infraction vs a misdemeanor. Your "record" can mean lots of things. I suggest you do fight it if it's your criminal...

I had a misdemeanor for drug (marijuana) paraphernalia. How do I get this off my record?

It depends. You may not be charged as a minor, but instead, it may be charged as an infraction in traffic court. This carries a $100 fine. ...

There is no way to know for certain whether you will be charged for the petty theft. If you are charged, you'll receive a letter in the mail...