Criminal
CR-181: Order for Dismissal
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This form is used to officially dismiss a criminal case in court, ending the charges against a defendant. Judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys use it when a case is resolved through plea agreements, dropped charges, or other dismissals to create a legal record that removes the criminal matter from active prosecution.
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Forms that go with CR-181
CR-180RequiredPetition for DismissalThe Summary Probation Violation Declaration (CR-180) is the supporting declaration that provides the factual basis for the order to show cause, and is typically filed together with CR-181 to initiate the violation proceedings.›CR-100AttachmentFingerprint FormThe Complaint or the underlying criminal case minute order (CR-100 series) may be attached to provide the court with the original terms and conditions of probation that are alleged to have been violated.›CR-161Often filed with itCriminal Protective Order—Other Than Domestic Violence (CLETS—CPO)The Notice of Probation Violation Hearing (CR-161) is commonly filed alongside CR-181 to formally notify the probationer of the scheduled hearing date and the nature of the alleged violations.›
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