The 1st time around an acd would of been a better outcome,it would of sealed the files more in depth. With a reduction to a violation,the arrest record might show up in a background check . I think with a lawyer jail can be avoided,an acd is still available but it's a long shot. The person above shows why for even a simple case pleading not guilty and having a lawyer can make a huge difference. Court can be crap shot and a lot of issues come in to play . Find a good lawyer asap and see what can be arranged. If an acd is not an option,maybe a reduction to disorderly conduct .
Basically see what the lawyer can arrange for you. The da might only be willing to offer a misdemeanor with probation. They might figure you got one chance and were not gonna let this person off scot clean this time.

