Many jobs and volunteer positions require a national police
check, meaning a criminal history can have a serious impact on your
future prospects.
While Victoria now has the
Spent Conviction Scheme that will allow for certain criminal
histories to be "spent" and not disclosed in a check, the
Diversion program allows you to avoid a history from ever being
recorded.
The Diversion program allows you to take responsibility for the
offence/s you are charged with, but to avoid a criminal record.
Who is eligible for the Diversion program?
The Diversion program is generally for people charged with a
criminal offence for the first time and who are facing a relatively
minor charge or charges. However, you can still apply for a
Diversion if you have a criminal history, especially if it is minor
or dated.
