Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

A case dismissed?

Which looks better on your record? A case dismissed by DA before it goes to trial or a defendant found not guilty following a jury trial?


Asked on 1/24/07, 3:24 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: A case dismissed?

For MY record I would rather win a jury trial! But the -defendant- is better off in terms of money, stress, time (jail time if in custody) if the case goes away before trial. If you are asking how does it look to a future employer, probably about the same (should not be reported).

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Answered on 1/24/07, 4:27 pm


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