Hamilton County, Ohio Diversion Program Attorneys
First time offenders arrested for certain non-violent, misdemeanor and felony offenses may be eligible to participate in a diversion program that AVOIDS jail and a criminal conviction in exchange for community service. How your case is presented before the court can effect whether or not a judge is inclined to select you for participation.
32 Years of Legal Experience
At the law office of Raymond T. Faller, Co., L.P.A. our lawyers represent first time offenders in requesting election for participation in a diversion program. Understanding what your obligations are and what the court expects when you appear at your hearing is important for the overall presentation of the facts of your case. Our attorneys underscore factors that recommend your participation in a diversion program and negotiate with the court in regard to a dismissal of the charges against you.
If you've been arrested for a non-violent misdemeanor or felony and are interested in the diversion program, contact criminal defense attorneys at the law office of Raymond T. Faller Co., L.P.A. today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
The Diversion Program
In general, if you've been arrested for one of the following kinds of non-violent misdemeanor crimes, you may be eligible to participate in the diversion program:
- Shoplifting
- Certain property crimes; theft, vandalism
- Trespassing
- Other crimes may be considered
Understanding the Requirements of the Diversion Program
In order to participate in a diversion program, you must be a first time offender arrested for a non-violent offense. If selected for the program, you must agree to maintain employment or your status as a student. Instead of being fined or sentenced to jail, you will be required to perform community service. Depending on the nature of your offense, you may be required to seek counseling as well. If you successfully complete the diversion program, the charges against you will be dismissed and your criminal record sealed. This means you can answer "no" to certain employment application questions that ask if you've ever been convicted of a crime.
Contact the Criminal Defense Attorneys at Raymond T. Faller, Co., L..P.A Today
Participating in a diversion program can be an effective means for avoiding further legal complications and a permanent criminal record. Diversion programs also afford young people with an opportunity to reconsider poor choices they've made in order to avoid them - and their consequences - in the future.
To learn more about the diversion program, contact criminal defense attorney Raymond T. Faller today and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
