Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

drop from felony tomisdemeanor after conviction

Can a lawyer get a judge to reduce a felony to a misdemeanor post conviction if the person completes probationary period successfully?


Asked on 6/25/09, 1:28 am

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

Re: drop from felony tomisdemeanor after conviction

Usually not a problem if the offense could have been charged as a misdemeanor and no state prison time was served.

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Answered on 6/25/09, 2:45 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: drop from felony tomisdemeanor after conviction

You're asking about 'expungement'. Many convictions can be 'expunged' by proper application and Motion to the court, but only if there was no prison time served or even sentenced, if it was not for certain sex and DV crimes, if you completed all terms of probation, and if you have no new charges. If you�re serious about doing so, and you think you qualify, feel free to contact me for the legal help you'll need.

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Answered on 6/25/09, 1:15 pm
Karen Olson Attorney at Law

Re: drop from felony tomisdemeanor after conviction

Depending on the charge, yes. Under Penal Code secion 1203.4, you may be eligible to have the felony conviction reduced to a misdemeanor and expunged.

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Answered on 6/25/09, 7:04 pm


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