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1. www.annualreviews.org › content › journalsModels of Prosecutor-Led Diversion Programs in the United ...

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   Diversion programs allow criminal justice actors to send defendants out of the court system, compelling them instead to attend treatment programs, participate in educational opportunities, and/or perform community service. These programs exist for both adult and juvenile offenders.

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   A diversion program, sometimes referred to as a pretrialdiversion program, is an alternative sentencing optionin many court systems that allows a defendant charged with certain crimes to avoid a criminal conviction. Diversion or pretrial diversion may be available to people facing first-time arrests or non-violent misdemeanor offenses. While differ...

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   The criminal justice system makes it clear that diversion is not a “get out of jail free” card. It is a court process to address criminal behavior with restorative justice. There are conditions and restrictions required to complete a diversion program. The conditions are like probation. Failure to follow the terms or complete the diversion program ...

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   One of the primary benefits of diversion is that it avoids a criminal conviction. Depending on the state and the diversion program, successful completion of the program may result in dropping any criminal charges. This would mean there is no criminal recordfor a conviction. A background check would not show a conviction. In most states, if you are ...

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   Not all offenses or defendants are eligible for a diversion program. Generally, low-level, non-violent, and first-time offenders have a greater chance of getting diversion. However, the court may have discretion over whether to offer diversion. Diversion programs vary by state, and sometimes by county or individual judge. There are also different t...

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   The requirements for diversion are not easy. Diversion programs can be expensive and burdensome. Even missing a payment or failing a drug test can result in sending you to jail. Your criminal defense attorney may be able to help you stay in the program if you need extra help. Your lawyer can negotiate to modify treatment or seek another chance to f...

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3. www.americanbar.org › diversion-standardsDiversion Standards - American Bar Association

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   Part II identifies general attributes of diversion and includes guidance as to how programs should be developed, monitored, and evaluated. Parts III-V identifies early diversion opportunities, including community-first programs (Part III), law enforcement programs (Part IV), and pre-filing programs (Part V).

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   Dec 5, 2021 · In recent years, prosecutor-led diversion programs (PLDP) have emerged as a promising front-end criminal justice intervention that provides individuals with an opportunity for an early exit from the criminal justice system.

5. scholarship.law.duke.edu › cgi › viewcontentDiversion and/as Decarceration - Duke University

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   Early efforts to re-route cases away from jails and toward services involved court-supervised diversion, in which prosecutors offer some defendants a chance to avoid jail or prison sentences after those individuals are arrested, booked into jail, and, often, charged with a crime.

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   OCT. 2021 – Diversion and deflection programs are highly effective at preventing recidivism, decreasing incarceration, and keeping the limited resources of courts and law enforcement focused on true public safety threats.

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   What is a diversion program?

   • State v. Leonardis United States v. Armstrong Diversion programs allow criminal justice actors to send defendants out of the court system, compelling them instead to attend treatment programs, participate in educational opportunities, and/or perform community service. These programs exist for both adult and juvenile offenders.

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   What are prosecutor-led diversion programs?

   • In recent years, prosecutor-led diversion programs (PLDP) have emerged as a promising front-end criminal justice intervention that provides individuals with an opportunity for an early exit from the criminal justice system.

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   What if I Have Questions about a diversion program?

   • If you are facing criminal charges, and have questions about diversion, contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer for help. A diversion program, sometimes referred to as a pretrialdiversion program, is an alternative sentencing option in many court systems that allows a defendant charged with certain crimes to avoid a criminal conviction.

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   Should diversion programs be the default response for first-time and non-violent youth offenders?

   • Further, when diversion programs are the default response for first-time and/or non-violent youth offenders, the government can work more effectively through the court and detention systems with and for youth who would benefit from higher supervision, such as those who have committed chronic or violent offenses.

   The Case for Diversion Programs - The Center for Public Justice

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   Who is eligible for a diversion program?

   • Not all offenses or defendants are eligible for a diversion program. Generally, low-level, non-violent, and first-time offenders have a greater chance of getting diversion. However, the court may have discretion over whether to offer diversion. Diversion programs vary by state, and sometimes by county or individual judge.

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   Is diversion a 'get out of Jail Free' card?

   • The criminal justice system makes it clear that diversion is not a “get out of jail free” card. It is a court process to address criminal behavior with restorative justice. There are conditions and restrictions required to complete a diversion program. The conditions are like probation.

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8. cpjustice.org › the-case-for-diversion-programs-aThe Case for Diversion Programs - The Center for Public Justice

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   Oct 4, 2023 · What do Diversion Programs Look Like? Diversion programs are generally designed for those who have committed first-time, low-level, or status offenses (such as truancy or curfew violations), which encompasses the vast majority of youth who come into contact with the justice system.