What is a Motion For Civil Compromise?
In vandalism, certain theft cases such as shoplifting and embezzlement, and criminal cases involving automobile property damage, a judge may dismiss the case if he or she is satisfied that the victim has been fully compensated for the loss or repair costs and it not desirous of prosecution. In other words, the monetary value of the loss or damage has been settled in a civil manner and the criminal court no longer has any need to be involved.
Penal Code