Term: Crown Opinion Diversion

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2024-07-08

Definition:

The Crown (lawyers working for the government) can offer the accused a diversion if they think a restorative justice approach such as community service would be more beneficial than a fine or jail time.

Related concepts 

• Charge
• Charge Category - Justice System
• Charge Disposition Outcome
• Charge Status

Related terms 

• Community Service
• Crime Severity Index
• Crown
• Diversion
• Post-Charge Diversion
• Pre-Charge Diversion

Links 

• Public Prosecution Service of Canada website - 2.3 Decision to Prosecute - 4.2 Public Interest