What does pc 1385 dismissal in fourth of justice in California means? 2 Answers as of February 01, 2012
What does pc 1385 dismissal in fourth of justice in California means when it comes to immigration standpoint? Is this dismissal good for a legal resident or is it consider a conviction in the immigration world?Free Case Evaluation by a Local Lawyer!
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Feldman Feldman & Associates, PC | Lynne Feldman
Often done when there are overlapping charges that don't make sense.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 2/1/2012
Law Offices of Grinberg and Segal | Alexander Segal
The answer depends upon the reason for the dismissal. In general, a dismissal of criminal charges is a good thing from an immigration standpoint. However, the charges that were lodged against a person can still impact him or her if they admitted the allegations and/or had restrictions placed on receiving the dismissal. The individual would have to disclose the arrest, but it may or may not be considered a conviction. I would need more information about the case to make an assessment of the impact on a person's immigration status.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/25/2012
