The difference between diversion and probation is that probation is after conviction, and diversion is before conviction. In other words, a judge finds you guilty, then he sentences you to probation, as opposed to diversion. Diversion is an agreement between us and the prosecutor.
What are examples of diversion programs?
There are a wide variety of diversion program types, including:
- teen/youth courts;
- mental health courts;
- restorative justice interventions;
- truancy prevention/intervention programs; and.
- mentoring programs.
Which is worse diversion or probation?
Diversion usually indicates that the offender is not convicted of the crime and that the case will be dismissed upon successful completion of the program. Offenders placed on probation are more commonly convicted of the crime...
