> Actually such programs are often a form of "diversion" you haven't actually even been convicted yet.
Are you sure? All the cases I know off (including the ones in the article) have these deals made only after conviction but before sentencing[1].
[1] Most people don't realise that those are two separate processes, commonly rolled into a single court date. It is not unusual to have one appearance for judgement (conviction) and a separate one for sentencing.
Are you sure? All the cases I know off (including the ones in the article) have these deals made only after conviction but before sentencing[1].
[1] Most people don't realise that those are two separate processes, commonly rolled into a single court date. It is not unusual to have one appearance for judgement (conviction) and a separate one for sentencing.