Reducing a Conviction in New York
Is there a legal means to have a misdemeanor conviction reduced to a violation after a certain amount of time?
I was convicted of PL 265.01 (Possession of a Weapon - 4th Degree) for trying to fly out of JFK with an unloaded weapon in my checked baggage. Since I am not / was not a New York resident, I didn't know what I was doing was illegal (despite the fact it was legal in 49 other states). I paid my fine and court costs. Now I am left with a record that I can't expunge.
I was wondering if there was any other options, such as having the charge reduced.
Re: Reducing a Conviction in New York
I'm not aware of any such option for New York, save perhaps for a pardon.