Diversion Application and Sample Letter (1:App C)

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A. Diversion Application

The fact sheet "Alternative Measures (Diversion)" from Justice Education Society of BC provides a one-page explanation and a form to fill out.

B. Sample Diversion Letter

12 January 2016

Crown Counsel
Provincial Court
Court Address Location

WITHOUT PREJUDICE

Dear Crown Counsel,

Re: B. Bird

Court File Number: 12345
Next Court Date: March 13, 2013, Courtroom 2
Request for Diversion

My client, Mr. Bird, has instructed me that he wishes to apply for diversion. Mr. Bird admits all essential elements of the theft and advises me he is extremely remorseful.

Mr. Bird’s Background

Mr. Bird is 42 years old and resides at 123 Sesame St. He was born on November 10, 1969. Mr. Bird is separated from his wife, with whom he has one four year old son. Mr. Bird completed a post-secondary degree in Children’s Media at Greater Sesame University.