Thanks for your input, this site very informative. Finding a decent paying job with benefits is hard to find in my town and so far the felony is my biggest problem.

The court where my case was is approx. 2 ½ to 3 hr drive from me. I would like to get info online if possible if not I will go to the court. Looking for suggestions on reliable sites.

Questions
Where can I obtain a criminal background check? (I want to get an idea of what’s showing up on me)

Since the Judge didn’t say anything about not paying all of the restitution but discharged probation, Can I find out if anything was written about that?
Do you know if a judge has to address any unpaid restitution or is that just up to the judge?
Could a criminal background check give that sort of info?
If not, any place online to get that info?

Several people have told me that even though I didn’t payoff the restitution I should still be able to get felony reduced to misdemeanor.
Do you know if that is true? Is that possible?

I have searched several online sites that perform this service but most say you needed to have paid off restitution before they can help you. This is where I get stuck.
Do you think this is lost cause or should I keep trying?
Can I go to the court and request this myself or is it better to be handled by a lawyer/law office?