California · Penal Code
PEN §1001.96: A defendant who is diverted pursuant to this chapter shall be required to complete all of the following in order to have their action dismissed: (a) Complete all conditions ordered by the court.
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A defendant who is diverted pursuant to this chapter shall be required to complete all of the following in order to have their action dismissed: (a) Complete all conditions ordered by the court. (b) Make full restitution. However, a defendant’s inability to pay restitution due to indigence shall not be grounds for denial of diversion or a finding that the defendant has failed to comply with the terms of diversion. (c) Comply with a court-ordered protective order, stay-away order, or order prohibiting firearm possession, if applicable.
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