Pretrial Diversion Program

The pretrial diversion program is generally for first-time offenders. Sandy Springs and Atlanta Criminal defense lawyer Richard Blevins has helped many first-time offenders qualify for and successfully complete Pretrial Diversion Programs. Call today for a free consultation (770) 419-1945.

Any criminal charge you are facing can cause anxiety, frustration, embarrassment and serious consequences to your educational and job options. Any arrest will be entered on your criminal history record.

When you are applying for a job, to rent an apartment, for credit, and for many other reasons, your criminal background check will be accessed. This may prevent you from getting that job, renting that apartment, obtaining a loan for a home, qualifying for financial aid and student loans, and from many other opportunities such as employment and government security clearances. A criminal defense attorney can guide you through the process and see if you qualify.

Municipal and State Diversion Programs

Some offenses may be able to be resolved by a pretrial diversion program. Such programs allow the individual to complete certain requirements and if successful have their criminal charges dismissed and removed from their criminal record. Not all courts have established pretrial diversion programs, and some programs in municipal courts are not as appealing as some in State Court. Therefore, it may be better to transfer your case from a municipal court to the Superior Court of Dekalb County. Attorney Richard Blevins can help you decide which is the better choice for you.

Who Can Apply for the Program?

The Pretrial Diversion Program is generally for first-time offenders in offenses such as Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Minor in Possession of less than an ounce of marijuana, and theft by shoplifting. The Dekalb County Pretrial Diversion Program requires you to have an attorney.

Attorney Richard Blevins has helped hundreds of first-time offenders qualify and successfully complete the Pretrial Diversion Program. Please contact attorney Richard Blevins to guide you through the process. Call today at 770-419-1945 for a free consultation.

Sandy Springs/Atlanta Criminal Defense Lawyer

Richard N. Blevins, Jr.

Former Cobb Assistant District Attorney | Former Cobb Assistant Solicitor General | Former Baldwin Co. Sheriff’s Deputy | Former DeKalb County Police Officer | Former Milledgeville Police Officer | Former U.S. Army M.P.

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