Eligible Cases for Pretrial Diversion

Not all criminal offenses qualify for diversion. According to Florida Statutes § 948.08, you can seek admittance to a diversion program for first offenses, nonviolent misdemeanor crimes, and third-degree felonies. Crimes eligible for diversion programs in Florida include but are not limited to:

• First-time possession of controlled substances
• Driving under the influence (DUI)
• Underage drinking
• Resisting an officer without violence

• Driving without a license
• Driving on a suspended or revoked license
• Juvenile offenses
• Grand theft and petit theft

If you have criminal charges that do not qualify for diversion, we can attempt to plea bargain your charges down to an eligible offense. If diversion is not an option, or the State Attorney’s Office denies your request, we can build a criminal defense case and represent you throughout all legal proceedings.