Domestic Violence Diversion Program

Avoid Prosecution after a Domestic Violence Charge

A domestic violence charge can result in spending time in jail and potentially a criminal record that haunts you the rest of your life. If this is your first offense, you may be eligible for Delaware's Domestic Violence Diversion Program. Entering into the program can eliminate jail or prison penalties. After completion, you may be able to have your domestic violence arrest expunged from your record.

The Wilmington, Delaware, law firm of Rahaim & Saints has significant experience representing people charged with domestic violence. We help first time offenders understand their legal options and reduce criminal consequences by offering probation solutions, such as the diversion program. Contact our criminal defense lawyers today to discuss your situation in a free initial consultation.

What is the Domestic Violence Diversion Program?

Delaware's Domestic Violence Diversion Program is a program designed to facilitate treatment. It involves completing an anger management class and intensive therapy, in addition to supervised probation. Those that enter into this program may have to refrain from alcohol and drugs and cannot own a firearm until completion.

Who Qualifies for This Program?

While there are some variations, generally, anyone who is a first time domestic violence offender qualifies for the program. If you have a recent felony conviction, failed to complete a diversion program, or previously violated a restraining order or protective order, you do not qualify for the program.

What are the Advantages of Participating?

People who participate in the diversion program avoid jail time. If they complete the program under good terms, we can file to have the arrest expunged from their criminal record.

Attorney Drew Rahaim has more than 25 years of criminal defense experience. He will represent your best interests, whether they involve entering into a diversion program or defending your case in court.

Contact Rahaim & Saints at our Wilmington office (302-892-9200) or our Newark office (302-832-1800) for a free, confidential consultation.