Glossary

The case never went to trial. The case can be reopened if new evidence is submitted.

Wielding a dangerous weapon, i.e. knife, gun, etc., or threatening to cause harm onto someone.

A weapon designed to cause serious injury or death.

Writing bad checks.

DA Declined to Prosecute. Not enough evidence to take to grand jury.

A person against whom a cause of action is taken.

The final judgment is delayed for a period of time. Can be likened to probation before a final verdict. If…

Dismissed and considered a non-conviction.

The judge doesn’t make a finding of guilt; he assigns probation. If probation is completed without incident, the charges are…

Postponement of the pronouncement of the sentence.