In Florida there is a program known as the "Misdemeanor Diversion
Program" (MDP) that gives first-time offenders the opportunity avoid
entering the criminal justice system by doing the following:
Accepting responsibility for their actions
Seeking rehabilitation
Not all individuals facing misdemeanor charges will be eligible for this
program. If you are interested in pursuing this program you should discuss
your situation with your defense attorney and determine if it is the right
option for you.