What Is the Major Benefit of a Diversionary Program for the Offender

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Essay

What is the major benefit of a diversionary program for the offender?

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Definitions:

Jurisdiction

The official power or authority to make legal decisions and judgments, often within a particular geographical area or over certain types of legal cases.

Moratorium

A temporary halt or suspension of an activity or law, usually by government decree.

Earmarks

Provisions added to legislation that allocate specific funds for particular projects, usually at the behest of a legislator to benefit their own constituents or interests.

Term Limits

Restrictions on the number of terms or the length of time a person can hold a particular elected office.