My question involves criminal law for the state of: California. I admitted to keying a car after a video evidence was presented. I was booked and charged felony vandalism since the damage was $2000. What are by best chances of reducing the charge to a misdemeanor or less. I have no record, am otherwise a good citizen, I volunteer to causes. I work in the healthcare field and fear losing my job. Would letters from my peers help. Would hiring a lawyer help to plead my case or speaking directly to DA help?

