I was falsely accused and convicted of a crime that I did not knowingly commit.?
354749
The word is "appeal" if you're convicted. Then write a book about it. It happens a lot. The main thing judges say is "ignorance of the law is not a defense to breaking the law." In front of a judge alone, you may be up the creek, but there's always a chance if you appeal to get a jury. Human Error is something jury's can relate to easily, we are all human after all.
1099776
there shouldn't be a charge on your record, only a conviction.  Were you convicted/plaed guilty, etc..? How did you get convicted?  Would there be reason for a mistrial?  If you did it, or were found guilty of it, you're screwed.  But, you should have a lawyer check out the case, and give you an opinion.  FYI, my friend had a case following from when he was a juvenile.  He's now 30, and it shows up on every background check.  He thinks there's no way out of it, since they don't expunge a minor's files
893114
There is no way of making that call with our hearing all of the evidence.  It is up to the jury to determine if the evidence was enough to convict.  Generally you do not base this decision on just one piece of evidence, but a combination of everything presented by both sides.  If you feel that the prosecution did not prove their case, then you need to acquit, as everyone is to be considered Innocent until PROOVEN guilty.  I hope that if I am ever falsly accused, I have an intelligent jury deciding my case.
763024
Prove in court  that you did commit the crime.  Look for a free assistance legal group and seek free service to protect your rights.
779460
No.... even if you get it expunged.. you would have to report it on your application.  And if you lie and put no, they will eventually find out and you will get bounced and maybe charged criminally.
355710
If you've paid all your fines and not been in trouble since, you could petition for an expunging. That way it is erased from your record.
773137
I was in the exact same situation when I was 19.  I had a totally clean record and had taken about $27 worth of stuff from a grocery store.  I did not have a job and I didn't want my mom to find out.\n\nI went to court on the date I was supposed to appear and I used the public defender that they had.  I was fined $500 plus another $100 (?) in court fees and given one year to do 40 hours of community service.  I think I was placed on probation for a year.   \n\nThe weird part was that they had told me something about how if I completed the 40 hours of community service it would be wiped off my record (?) because it was my first offense (something like that).  They kept saying the words 'misdemeanor' and 'felony'.  I could have sworn that they told me that if I didn't do my community service that it would be bumped up to a felony.  I don't see how that could have been true.  The whole thing was such a blur because I was so scared.  I was sure they were going to send me to jail.  \n\nI had to borrow the money from my boyfriend and I paid the fine.  My mom never found out.  A year went by and I never did the community service (long story).  When I returned to court when the year was up, I told the judge that I didn't do the community service and he said 'OK' and that was it.  I left.  I have no clue what I ended up actually being charged with and I've never seen my record.
1121465
Your charges are still recorded but if you were ot convicted or you pleaded to a lesser charge, that infomration should also be available.  Now you may have another option.  If it was your first offense you may be able to get it espongued.  Do a search on this for your state or call your local clerk of court to find out more info.  If they have a problem with it which they likely will, just tell them you're working on getting it espongued.  It may or may not help.\n\nGoodluck!
800461
Yes.  BUt what is the nature of this document? Just a written report by the officer saying you said this? When was it written? Did you sign it? A conviction solely on your alleged (I'm assuming unsigned) admission is pretty thin evidence.  What else will the cops have? Your presence at the scene of a crime? The co-defendant's testimony?\n\nThis is a felony, so you have a constitutional right to counsel, even if you cannot afford it. Get an attorney and prepare a defense if you're not guilty.
637552
I'm in Canada, but our judicial systems are fairly similar, I believe...perhaps you should speak with both the police and the Crown Attorney (prosecution)...especially if you feel the information is vital that would either prove or disprove the crime and the criminal.  You may be able to do it anonymously just to get the info on how to proceed...and try to make it clear that you do not want to appear in court...hope all turns out for the best.
527239
There really isn't anything u can do. U got cold busted so u can't lie about it.
473104
just plead guilty by post. if you go to court they will fine you more because you have no defence. sorry mate
240300
Yes. Even if you are not prosecuted, any officer of the court can say you were guilty. The most likely scenario would be saying, "The defendent is, indeed, guilty. There just wasn't enough evidence to convict." Or "The defendent is, indeed, guilty. The jury just saw it otherwise." Or something to that effect.
474985
Have you been arraigned on this charge?  If the DA is going to file charges then you will need to hire an attorney.  If you can't afford an attorney a Public Defender will be appointed on your behalf.  You will have a Preliminary hearing where the judge will determine if the DA has enough evidence to take the case to trial.  To be convicted a jury must find you guilty beyond a reasonable doubt based on the evidence.\n\nYou have not provided enough information to get an honest opinion of your guilt or innocence and the likelihood of a conviction based on the evidence the authorities have.  You are leaving a lot out of the story.
932755
You're  not going to jail on a 1st offence misdemenor assault, not to worry.  Make sure your witnesses are their in court for you.  Don't settle for a plea agreement other than J-walking.  Your Attorney should be able to show that the other guys witnesses are bogus.
165527
Wow, sounds horrifying for you.  Sorry.  First, start gathering evidence, everything you have and can get, to substanciate your accusations.  Also, I believe the Public Defender is protected against hold harmless laws, so maybe you can file a complaint through the District Attorney's office? Start researching this through the state website where you live.  There is much information on each State's site.  Begin researching now before your statute of limitations runs out.\nGood luck to you on this difficult battle my friend.
508120
hey Hun, trying to figure out what your crimes are again? lol If you get caught you would be in trouble for attempted murder and identity theft and fraud so I would advise not getting caught.