Yes, it's the DAs decision once they receive a police report. It seems that if they do, your attorney should be working towards a civil compromise...

What does an order for dismissal mean?

In addition to the answer above, I hope that if your offense was one that could have been reduced to a misdemeanor, that you did that as well. If...

How long does it take to expunge a misdemeanor from your record in California?

How long it takes depends on your jurisdiction. Some require a probation recommendation. If you had a public defender, you can ask them to file...

If it is a term of your probation to wear the ankle monitor, then you are potentially subject to serve the full term which is hanging over your...

If placed on Felony probation, it must be on an Imposition of Sentence Suspended and NOT Execution of Sentence Suspended. The former is where...

I was involved in a figth in 2011 i found out today that i have a arrest warrant.

I agree with the other responses. Also, there is a potential speedy trial or due process issue depending on when in 2011 the fight occurred. ...

I got arrested for stealing items at the store

Redding is a tough nut to crack. Contact an attorney in that area. A lawyer named John Kucera does good work in Shasta County. Google him and he...

How long of a sentence for a parole violation?

Depends on whether the DA files new charges or if law enforcement intends to treat the matter as a parole violation only.

I would have gone with the urine test because the Society of Forensic Toxicologists have published material that indicates a forensic toxicologist...

What jobs can I get with my conviction of my first and only offense?

WIth no prior record, I am a bit confused why you plead to a felony and received 5 years probation. Were you charged with more than just a PC...