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Can I get a deferred judgement for an aggravated misdemeanor?

Asked on Sep 02nd, 2014 on Criminal Law - Iowa
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You may be able to get a deferred judgment for any crime that is not a forcible felony (basically murder, sexual abuse, kidnapping, robbery, arson, or burglary).  However the law does have some restrictions.  You are only entitled to 2 in your lifetime.  You cannot get a deferred if you have been convicted of a felony.  Certain offenses are also not entitled to a deferred- such as 2nd or subsequent OWI. A deferred judgment is not a conviction. Judgment is put off until after your probation is completed.  If you complete probation successfully, then the case is dismissed.  If not, then you are returned for sentencing.
Answered on Sep 21st, 2014 at 4:54 PM

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