What is it called when a case is dismissed?

In California, the process of expunging or clearing a criminal record is usually called "dismissal." For legal purposes, if your conviction is dismissed, it is as though you never committed the crime.

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Mississippi Order of Dismissal

Mississippi Order of Dismissal

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Animals - Pets

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Mississippi

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MS-60634

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An Order is an official written statement from the court commanding a certain action, and is signed by the judge. Failure to comply with the order is unlawful and may result in contempt of court charges. This document, a sample Order of Dismissal, can be used as a model to draft an order requested for submission by the court (the court often directs a party to draft an order). Adapt the language to the facts and circumstances of your case. Available for download now in standard format(s). USLF control no. MS-60634

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FAQ

Dismissal with prejudice is a final judgment and the case becomes res judicata on the claims that were or could have been brought in it; dismissal without prejudice is not.

In California, the process of expunging or clearing a criminal record is usually called "dismissal." For legal purposes, if your conviction is dismissed, it is as though you never committed the crime.

A request for involuntary dismissal can be made by a defendant through a motion for dismissal, on grounds that the other party is not prosecuting the case, is not complying with a court order, or to comply with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

It means the case was dismissed, either because plaintiff dismissed it or plaintiff didn't show up for the trial.