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Form CR75 Proposition 36 Petition for Dismissal of Charges - County of San Mateo, California
What Is Form CR75?
This is a legal form that was released by the Superior Court - County of San Mateo, California - a government authority operating within California. The form may be used strictly within County of San Mateo. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is CR75?A: CR75 is a form for filing a Proposition 36 petition for dismissal of charges.
Q: What is Proposition 36?A: Proposition 36 is a California law that allows certain drug offenders to receive probation and treatment instead of incarceration.
Q: Who can file a Proposition 36 petition?A: Individuals who have been convicted of a drug offense and meet certain eligibility requirements can file a Proposition 36 petition.
Q: What is the purpose of filing a Proposition 36 petition?A: The purpose of filing a Proposition 36 petition is to request the dismissal of the drug offense and receive probation and treatment instead of incarceration.
Q: What are the eligibility requirements for filing a Proposition 36 petition?A: The eligibility requirements include being convicted of a non-violent drug offense, not having certain prior convictions, and not being convicted of certain excluded offenses.
Q: Can I file the petition if I have prior convictions?A: It depends on the nature of the prior convictions. Certain prior convictions may disqualify you from filing a Proposition 36 petition.
Q: What happens after I file a Proposition 36 petition?A: The court will review your petition and may hold a hearing to determine if you meet the eligibility criteria. If the court grants your petition, the charges will be dismissed and you will receive probation and treatment.
Q: Do I need an attorney to file a Proposition 36 petition?A: It is recommended to consult with an attorney for assistance with filing a Proposition 36 petition, but you can also file the petition on your own.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing a Proposition 36 petition?A: There may be filing fees associated with filing a Proposition 36 petition, but fee waivers are available for those who qualify.
Form Details:
- Released on July 1, 2009;
- The latest edition provided by the Superior Court - County of San Mateo, California;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a printable version of Form CR75 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Superior Court - County of San Mateo, California.
