Pleading felonies down to a misdemeanor - Indiana?

Question

A warrant has been issued for someone's arrest for a class B or C felony (B felony most likely). Isn't it possible to plead the charge down to a misdemeanor?

Another question - The person is currently on probation, and will talk to a lawyer, but should they go to the probation meeting or not go to avoid being arrested?

Answer 1

The person should certainly go to the probation meeting... and may want to have a lawyer present, if that's permitted under the rules of the probation system.

Whether the felony can be pleaded down depends on a number of factors, not the least of them being the policy of the prosecutor's office. This is a question that the attorney the defendant hires can best answer: that attorney will almost certainly have had some experience in dealing with the local prosecutor.

Answer 2

Pleading a case down is up to the discretion of the prosecutor. If they have a case with a ton of evidence, they may not be willing to give up much, aside from a sentencing recommendation. Since the person is already on probation, it isn't a first time offense, so even less sympathy from the courts. Most likely the person is going back to jail for awhile.

Answer 3

Often, yes. But not always.

It depends on the crime, and how much evidence the prosecution has. If the prosecutions case is weak or shaky, they may be willing to plea down rather than risk an acquittal.

This is a criminal matter, so you are entitled to an attorney. Consult with your attorney for details.

Answer 4

Contact your local district attorney and they can tell you the best route. If it is you contact a defense attorney and ask for their advise.n I only know WI statutes and you will have to find out about Indiana

Answer 5

Yes it is possible however it is moralistically WRONG.