Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Re: Felony dismissal to join army

Since you did not serve prison time, and assuming you have no other convictions after that, it may be possible to get the felony reduced to a misdemeanor and then expunged. It takes the courts anywhere from a few weeks to a couple months typically, to handle the process. Contact me if interested to discuss the facts, likelihood, and costs.

Re: Felony dismissal to join army

The fees for these services will vary based on a number of factors which you don't mention. You also mention getting a dismissal or reduction of the offense to a misdemeanor. These are very different procedures and the costs will depend on what needs to be done. The length of time it would take is likewise a question that needs additional information to answer. Generally, it will take a couple of months, but it can be faster or slower. If you'd like to review the situation with me, I'd be happy to provide a free consultation. Steve Mandell

Re: Felony dismissal to join army

If the charge is vehicle 10851 it can be reduced to a misdemeanor and dismissed. This can be accomplished by obtaining a form from the probation department and submit it with the required fee. It usually takes 90 days to complete this process.