Marijuana & MIP Alcohol Diversion Programs
The Judge offers diversion programs for both MIP marijuana and MIP alcohol violations. You are admitting the charge by entering a plea of No Contest when you enter into diversion.  Successful completion of diversion will result in the charge(s) being dismissed. However, a mandatory appearance is required. Your court date and time is listed on your citation.  Warning: An MIP Alcohol conviction or an MIP Marijuana conviction can result in your driving privileges being suspended for up to one year.

MIP Alcohol Diversion

To be eligible for MIP Alcohol Diversion,

• You have not had any previous MIP alcohol convictions.
• You have not previously participated in a diversion program to keep an Alcohol related conviction off your record.

MIP Alcohol Diversion Requirements:

• Pay $205 Diversion Fee.
• Mandatory Online Alcohol Class.
• SOU students have an option to Complete 10 hours of community service and your fee will be reduced by $100.00.
• Once all conditions are met the citation will be dismissed.

Marijuana Diversion:

To be eligible for MIP Marijuana Diversion,

• You do not have a Medical Marijuana Card (in any state).
• You are not planning on obtaining a Medical Marijuana Card.
• You have not had any previous MIP Marijuana convictions.
• You have not previously participated in a diversion program to keep a MIP Marijuana related conviction off your record.

Marijuana Diversion requirements:

• Pay $205 Diversion Fee.
• Mandatory Online Marijuana Class.
• SOU students have an option to Complete 10 hours of community service and your fee will be reduced by $100.00.
• Once all conditions are met the citation will be dismissed.

Please note: Other restrictions may apply. Contact the court for more information.