For the purpose of this rule chapter, governing the submission, compilation and publication of juvenile diversion data, the following words shall have the meanings indicated.
    (1) Diversion Program – Any one of the following prearrest or postarrest methods of diverting a youth from formal prosecution in the juvenile justice system:
    (a) A civil citation or similar prearrest diversion program under Florida Statutes § 985.12;
    (b) A prearrest or postarrest diversion program established by law enforcement or a school district under Florida Statutes § 985.125;
    (c) A neighborhood restorative justice program for first-time, nonviolent juvenile offenders under Florida Statutes § 985.155;
    (d) A community arbitration program under Florida Statutes § 985.16, or
    (e) A program to which a referral is made by a state attorney under Florida Statutes § 985.15
    (2) Eligible youth – A youth who commits any first-time misdemeanor offense, and who was not previously in a diversion program.
    (3) Participating youth – A youth who is participating in a diversion program.
Rulemaking Authority 985.64, 985.126(6) FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 985.126. History-New 1-16-19.