can a felony dropped to a misdemeanor be appealed if plea bargained?
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can a felony dropped to a misdemeanor be appealed if plea bargained?
Asked on May 20, 2009 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
That's a possibility but I would need more facts.
What was the charge? Was any violence involved? Was it against an elderly or disabled person? Did you commit the crime alone? Are you a first offender or repeat offender?
Without some details there's no way to give even an educated guess.
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