Character Reference For Dismissal Of Charges

Your Honor,

I am writing this statement on behalf of {Name}, who is set to appear before you in court on {date} to request dismissal of the charges brought against {him/her} on {date}.

I am {Name}'s {relationship to Name}, and I have known {him/her} for {number} years, since {date}. I am a {profession} at {Company} in {location}.

{Name} has always been very open and honest about {his/her} fault in the events on {date}. Although no charges were filed for {amount of time} after the incident, {he/she} recognized the crime as a sign to make better choices and to contribute to society in a meaningful way. {He/she} voluntarily {completed AA, started community service, etc.}. Now {he/she} is working at {Company} and spending {his/her} spare time participating in {community activity}.

I see {Name} on a {frequency} basis, and I am impressed with how much effort and dedication {he/she} has put into turning {his/her} life around. I know {he/she} is working hard to continue on as a productive member of society and is grateful to the legal system for allowing {him/her} to change the course of {his/her} life. I have complete faith that {he/she} will continue to do so, no matter the outcome of this case.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

{Sender}

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