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Pretrial Diversion in Orange County
Orange County cases are heard at several justice centers. California's diversion laws may allow some people to complete treatment or classes instead of a traditional prosecution. ETS helps with the treatment and documentation side.
ETS does not give legal advice. Your attorney handles the legal side, and the court decides eligibility and outcomes.
Where cases may be heard
Central Justice Center – Santa Ana
Harbor Justice Center – Newport Beach
North Justice Center – Fullerton
Your attorney can confirm where your case will be heard.
Programs that may apply
California Diversion Laws That May Apply in Orange County
Diversion in Orange County follows California state law. Local courts may also run collaborative or specialty courts. These are the main state programs.
Mental health diversion (PC 1001.36)
For some people whose diagnosed mental health condition played a significant role in the charged offense. The court decides eligibility and suitability, and certain offenses are excluded.
Learn moreJudicial diversion for misdemeanors (PC 1001.95)
Lets a judge offer diversion for many misdemeanors. The law excludes some offenses, including DUI, domestic violence, stalking and offenses requiring sex-offender registration.
Learn moreDrug diversion (PC 1000)
For certain drug-possession offenses when the person meets the statute's requirements. It usually involves an education or treatment program.
Learn moreMilitary diversion (PC 1001.80)
For some current or former service members charged with a misdemeanor who may have service-related conditions such as PTSD or substance use.
Learn more
How it usually works
How Diversion Support Works in Orange County
Every case is different. This is the general order of steps when ETS is involved.
- 01
Attorney review
Your attorney reviews the charges and decides whether diversion or mitigation is worth pursuing.
- 02
Evaluation and plan
If treatment-related support makes sense, ETS helps arrange appropriate evaluations and a service plan.
- 03
Participation
You attend treatment, classes or testing. ETS tracks attendance and results.
- 04
Documentation
ETS prepares organized progress records your attorney can review and share when appropriate.
- 05
Court decision
The court, and in some programs the prosecutor, decides whether diversion is granted and how the case ends.
What courts often look at
Documented Effort, Not Promises
Judges and prosecutors usually want proof, not plans. Records like these may help your attorney show what you have done:
- Treatment attendance records
- Drug and alcohol test results
- Evaluations from licensed providers
- Provider progress letters
- Class completion certificates
- Monitoring reports
Other California counties
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Questions
Questions About Diversion in Orange County
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