Misdemeanor Advisement Of Rights Waiver And Plea Form (Los Angeles) {CRIM 244}

CRIM 244 - MISDEMEANOR ADVISEMENT OF RIGHTS, WAIVER AND PLEA FORM. This is a Los Angeles Superior Court criminal form used when a defendant enters a guilty or no contest plea in a misdemeanor case. This form documents that the defendant understands and voluntarily waives constitutional rights before the court accepts the plea. The form covers the right to an attorney, jury trial, confrontation of witnesses, protection against self-incrimination, and the right to present evidence. It also outlines potential penalties, fines, restitution, immigration consequences, probation terms, and the Deferral of Sentencing Pilot (DOSP) program where applicable. The defendant must initial each advisement, sign the plea, and the attorney and court must certify review and acceptance. (Formerly PRU-200). www.FormsWorkflow.com