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D I V E R S I O N ( U N D E R 1 8 )

D I V E R S I O N ( 1 8 - 2 5 )

Through diversion, youth can resolve their cases outside of the criminal system. Always speak with your lawyer when considering diversion.

First Appearance Diversion

Alternative-to-Detention programs keep youth out of incarceration as case progresses if the judge wants them to be in programming but does not believe they need detention.

Plea Agreement Diversion

Alternative-to-Incarceration or Adolescent Diversion Programs (1718 y-o) often require a guilty plea as well as a referral by a judge or by an assistant district attorney. Sentencing is deferred until after programming. Failure to comply with programs can result in prison sentences.

Trial Diversion

Youth Part courts are meant to take into account the factors of the child's life and development and often recommend services instead of incarceration.

Through diversion, youth can resolve their cases outside of the criminal system. Always speak with your lawyer when considering diversion.

Eligibility: Misdemeanors with some exceptions. Overseen by Brooklyn Justice Initiative, which (1) assesses the risk of reoffense for each young adult, (2) determines their needs, and (3) tailors programming to meet those needs.

Project Reset

Eligibility: Over 18, certain low-level, non-violent crimes. DA refers eligible cases to non-profit services rather than to court. Those eligible may consult with a defense attorney before deciding to participate, or at any point in the process.

Eligibility: 18-25, "non-violent" crimes. Judicially supervised program run through the Pretrial Services Office in the USDA. Participants voluntarily apply through the Pretrial office.