Getting criminal charges dismissed and records expunged through diversion can be great. But make sure your lawyer is playing chess, not checkers.

The Criminal Diversion Gambit

Generally speaking, the offer of diversion in a criminal case is a good thing. The eligible person facing criminal prosecution may have their charges dismissed and their record restricted (aka expunged, expungement). Even when terms are tough, the time and effort necessary to complete criminal diversion beats having a criminal conviction....
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