Yes, a misdemeanor plea can potentially be expunged, but the eligibility for expungement varies by jurisdiction. Generally, individuals must meet certain criteria, such as completing their sentence, having no subsequent offenses, and waiting a specified period. The process typically involves filing a petition with the court, and the decision is at the court's discretion. It's advisable to consult with a legal professional to understand the specific laws and procedures applicable in your area.
if you took a plea and was convicated of a felony can it be expunged into a misdemeemor in South Carolina
You can get an assault charge taken off of your record by petitioning the court to have the charge expunged. Plea your case in front of a judge. There are no guarantees that it will be taken off of your record.
The question is somewhat unclear. Once you have signed a 'plea agreement' the charges are no longer "pending" because you have already signed a plea agreement. By signing the plea agreement you have, in effect, pled guilty to the offense(s) for which you were charged, or a reduced version of them. You (or your attorney) can file motion to withdraw your plea if you wish, but by withdrawing the plea you once again make yourself subject to prosecution for the original (un-reduced) offense. If you are asking about how to have the charge(s) removed from your public record (expunged), you will have to look into the procedure that is in effect in your state.
You cannot expunge an Indiana DUI/OWI conviction. Best chance is to hire a good attorney and Plea bargain for a lesser conviction. With a 1st offense it is possible.
I plea for mercy but to no avail
what is plea
No, it is a guilty plea
I can give you several sentences.He entered a guilty plea in court.I'm ignoring your plea for more pie.His plea for mercy was answered.
"Entering a plea" means the offiical declaration of your plea in the case in which you were charged (i.e.- 'enter' a plea of guilty - 'enter' a plea of not guilty).
A conviction by plea is where you plea "guilty" or "nolo contendre" (no contest) to a charge. The plea is treated as a conviction of that charge.
In most jurisdictions, a guilty plea can be expunged under certain conditions, typically after completing a sentence, including probation and parole. The process varies by state, and not all offenses are eligible for expungement. It's essential to file the appropriate legal documents and sometimes attend a hearing to demonstrate eligibility. Consulting with an attorney familiar with local laws can help navigate this process effectively.
It can be expunged, but getting it expunged doesn't make it go away - it just limits who can see it.