Getting a Conviction Dismissed or Reduced
A criminal conviction can negatively affect you for the rest of your life, even after you’ve served your time and finished probation. But Idaho law provides a way to get some charges dismissed or reduced. Idaho Code 19-2604 gives the sentencing judge the ability to later dismiss a conviction under certain circumstances. Although this process is often referred to as a “withheld judgment,” you may qualify even if you did not get a withheld judgment at sentencing. Idaho law also allows a judge to reduce a felony to a misdemeanor under similar circumstances.
Dismissal is not Automatic
Many people do not realize that even if you received a withheld judgment and completed all the requirements of probation, dismissal is not automatic. You still need to file a motion before the sentencing judge. Likewise, if you did not receive a withheld judgment, you still need to file a motion to get charges reduced or dismissed.
Contact Us to See if You Qualify
At McKenzie Law Offices, we want to help restore freedom and peace of mind. Please contact us to see if you qualify to get a conviction reduced or dismissed. The consultation is free, and we charge on a flat-fee basis, so you know the cost before we start.