Florida legal term
Diversion program in Florida Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Florida legislative session
In Florida criminal law, “Diversion program” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Florida criminal code.
What does “Diversion program” mean in Florida criminal law?
“Diversion program” means a program under s. 985.12, s. 985.125, s. 985.155, or s. 985.16 or a program to which a referral is made by a state attorney under s. 985.15.(b) “Expunction” has the same meaning ascribed in and effect as s. 943.0585, except that:1. (Fla. Stat. § 943.0582)
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