Diversion recognizes that people and relationships have been harmed when someone commits an offense.
- In Diversion, the person who broke the law participates in a restorative process—often involving community volunteers or those harmed—to develop a plan that addresses the needs of the victim, the community, and themselves.
- After successfully completing Diversion, the charges against the person are dismissed and records are expunged two years later if the person does not face another criminal charge
- Information for victims is available here.
Vermont governing laws:
3 V.S.A. § 163 (Juvenile Diversion)
3 V.S.A. § 164 (Adult Diversion)
To learn more about Diversion, find and contact your county program.
