Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
felony reduction
how do I go about reducing a felony to a misdemenor
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: felony reduction
If you mean a current case - negotiate with the DA. Trying that without an attorney is not likely to succeed.
If you mean an old conviction, it is done by a series of motions and pleadings. Some felonies can be expunged completely from your record, some can't. If you did prison time, no expungement. Feel free to contact if you need legal help in expungement.
Re: felony reduction
Some felonies are wobblers that may be reduced to a misdemeanor by filing a petition with the court. Please call me, Arthur Khachatourians, for a free explanation. 818.590.8294.
Re: felony reduction
The answer to this question depends upon what the felony is and what stage of the case you are currently at. If, for example, you are facing charges that you have not plead guilty to, you can negotiate a disposition for a misdemeanor if the facts and charge are appropriate. If, on the other hand, you are through probation and need a felony off your record, you may apply for an expungement pursuant to Penal Code section 1203.4. There are several other possibilities. I'd be happy to discuss them if you would like to contact me. I have handled too many felonies to count, from possession of drugs to murder, and have just been approved for my legal specialization in California criminal law.
Re: felony reduction
Both answers you have already received hold the same advice I would have offered. If you need this done in San Diego County please call my office monday.
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