Assignment
One definition of diversion is "the halting or suspension before conviction of formal criminal proceedings against a person, conditioned on some form of counter performance by the defendant" (George, 1984).
There are several reasons for the use of diversion. Complete the following in regard to this topic:
• List 3 reasons, with explanations, for the use of diversion, and discuss why it would be beneficial to the criminal justice system.
• Explain how the use of diversion would have an effect on law enforcement.
• Is diversion cost-effective?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.