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Askthejudge.info features regular updates from the news, important decisions from the nation′s courts, and online discussions with Judge Tom. Find out everything you need to know about youth rights, juvenile law and juvenile justice. AsktheJudge – Empowering youth one question at a time.

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Judge Tom

Dear Rocky: Since this is your first time having to go to court for truancy, you may be placed on 

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Dear Hillarys: First, calm down. What’s done is done. There’s nothing you can do to change the past. If the 

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Dear Anon: Great question. To show respect to the court and/or the probation department or whoever is supervising the program, 

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isaiah

Hello, i am participating in the diversion program and i am wondering how well dressed i should show up. 

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Judge Tom

Again, ask your PO about this. Every state and court is a little different when it comes to diversion. You 

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Judge Tom

Check with the person who supervised your diversion to see if there’s anything else you need to do. You’re probably 

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Judge Tom

Dear Kk: There doesn’t seem to be any reason why shouldn’t be allowed to do this. However, you need to 

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Judge Tom

It depends on the amount stolen, but diversion programs are frequently offered to those facing first offense shoplifting charges. That 

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Judge Tom

If this is your first offense and first time going to court, then yes diversion may be an option. Ultimately, 

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Jazmynn

Hello judge tom, i have found myself in quite a situation and decided to ask about my options with my 

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