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Ingham County Prosecutor's Diversion Program
The Ingham County Prosecutor's Office started the Diversion Program in 1975 and has served the community as a deferred prosecution program for first-time, non-violent offenders. Diversion is a voluntary program which channels first-time offenders into programs such as community service, drug and alcohol treatment, high school completion or individual counseling.
The terms of each individual program are based on a contract between the probationer and the Prosecutor=s Diversion program. The client must meet all terms of the contract agreement, which include; not violating any criminal laws, paying restitution if necessary, maintaining an active employment or educational status, attending all scheduled casework appointments, and performing assigned community service.
Offenders who successfully complete the program are not formally charged with the offense, and receive no criminal record for their original offense.