Can a District Court Prosecutor add a misdemeanor charge to a felony charge in Michigan just on hearsay and without any evidence? I always assumed that only a Circuit Court could add additional charges after all evidence has been presented to the court.
Yes, a District Court prosecutor can add a misdemeanor charge to a felony charge in the same case, as long as the facts support both charges. This can provide the prosecutor with more flexibility in seeking a conviction or plea deal.
It may be possible to have a Class C felony hot check charge reduced to a misdemeanor through plea bargaining with the prosecutor or by showing mitigating circumstances in court. However, the specific outcome will depend on the laws in your jurisdiction, the facts of the case, and the discretion of the judge and prosecutor. It is advisable to consult with a criminal defense attorney for guidance on how to proceed.
Reckless driving is a misdemeanor in California, not a felony. However, if reckless driving results in bodily injury or property damage, it can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances.
There isn't a specific number of misdemeanors that will automatically turn into a felony. The decision to charge someone with a felony usually depends on various factors, including the seriousness of the offenses committed and the individual's criminal history. Repeat offenses or certain types of misdemeanors can lead to felony charges.
Selling marijuana can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the quantity, location, and circumstances of the sale. Generally, selling small amounts of marijuana may result in misdemeanor charges, while selling larger quantities or repeating offenses may lead to felony charges.
In Georgia, a DUI is typically considered a misdemeanor for a first or second offense. However, multiple DUI offenses or DUI incidents resulting in serious injury or death can elevate the charge to a felony.
It's all up to the prosecutor, judge, jury or possibly the arresting officer to change the charge from a felony charge to a misdemeanor charge, happens all the time..
yes. it depends on whether or not the district attorney or prosecutor is willing to plea you out or not. also bare in mind there are different degrees of all crimes. meaning that your buglary charge can already be a misdemeanor and not necessarily a felony. for example a 4th degree buglary charge is a misdemeanor.
You or your attorney are going to have something to bargain with the prosecutor with. Offering to plead guilty to a lesser charge might do the trick.
You can offer to cop a plea to a lesser assault charge (misdemeanor) and see what the prosecutor says. If he accepts you would get less than a year in jail.
Depends on whether it's a misdemeanor or felony charge. If it's a felony charge, the answer is going to be no. If it's related to a domestic violence matter, the answer will also be no, whether it's a misdemeanor or felony charge.
Misdemeanor charge yes. Felony charge very doubtful.
A felony is not a misdemeanor, and a misdemeanor is not a felony.
Offer to 'cop a plea' with the prosecutor. He may allow you to plead to a misdemeanor in exchange for a guilty plea. OR - if you have information that the prosecutor's office or law enforcement might be interested in, they may "trade" you for it.
Depends on if it is felony or misdemeanor. Misdemeanor than yes, eventually but with a felony than no.
Rule 8. Defendant's Initial Appearance Before the District Court Following the Complaint or Tab Charge in Felony and Gross Misdemeanor Cases
Yes
It is possible, try copping a plea with the prosecutor. If you give him something, he may reciprocate.