California courts are increasingly open to alternatives to jail — especially when defendants show they’re willing to change. These pretrial diversion programs offer that second chance. Our job is to help you qualify, prepare, and succeed.
And Why Courts Offer It
Pretrial diversion is a powerful legal option that allows eligible defendants to avoid the traditional criminal justice process by participating in structured rehabilitation or treatment programs.
Rather than moving directly toward a plea deal, conviction, or jail sentence, the court may offer you a second path — one that focuses on accountability, recovery, and personal change.
With successful completion, your charges may be reduced or even dismissed entirely.
Court proceedings are put on hold while you complete a program.
This may include therapy, drug or alcohol testing, counseling, or educational classes.
You’ll need to stay compliant with treatment, check-ins, and behavior expectations.
Upon completion, many diversion participants see their charges dropped, reduced, or dismissed.
People Matter
ETS works with defense attorneys and courts throughout California to support participation in all major types of pretrial diversion, including:
For eligible non-violent felony charges, we help clients qualify for treatment-focused alternatives that avoid a felony conviction.
A court-supervised program with strict requirements like counseling, classes, and drug/alcohol testing. ETS provides the treatment infrastructure and documentation you need to stay compliant.
Less structured but still requires proof of change. We help you show prosecutors and judges your progress with court-admissible reports.
Under PC 1001.95, judges have discretion to offer diversion without DA approval. We build your case to qualify and keep your record clean.
For those diagnosed with qualifying mental health conditions under PC 1001.36. ETS provides evaluations, treatment, and legal coordination.
Avoid misdemeanor convictions and penalties by proactively entering a short-term treatment or accountability plan.
This general category covers diversion offered before trial — sometimes under DA negotiation, sometimes judge-led. Our services support both.
For eligible veterans facing charges due to service-related issues like PTSD or substance use. We provide tailored treatment and documentation for VTC participation.
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