Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Hello, I have a criminal case that is also dismissed pursuant to 1385 PC. Under the heading, Proceedings, the record states, J&S (3yrs I/10 g.) What does this mean & to what does this refer? Below that there is a rubber stamp impression and the box is checked that states, DEJ Completed: Plea W/D: Case Dism purs 1385 PC. This was a misdemeanor; Do I have a "criminal record?" May I file for expungement? While the arrest was a felony arrest, it was knocked to a misd, Can I answer no to the question "Have you ever been convicted of a felony?


Asked on 12/03/09, 6:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Your statement is confusing. But it appears that you were charged with a drug offense and completed the deferred entry of judgment program. This program allows you to plead guilty and the court does not enter the judgment. When you complete the program the court with draws you guilty plea. Since there was never a judgment entered, you have no criminal conviction on your record.

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Answered on 12/08/09, 11:55 pm


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