Sometimes these cases may not go forward if the property owner tells the prosecution they do not wish to press charges. Ultimately, the decision on whether to drop graffiti and property destruction charges is up to the District Attorney, but you have the greatest chance of having this happen if your lawyer works directly with the victim to allow you to repair or pay for the damage. If the property has been fixed or replaced before the DA files charges and the victim states they do not wish to press charges, the case will likely be dropped.