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Diversion Programs More Effective Than the Normal Criminal Justice Court Process

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3 years ago

April 14, 2022

Most states in America recognize that low-level offenses committed by first-time offenders do not necessarily need to go through the normal criminal case process. Though effective in serving some purposes like getting the bad guys off the streets, the ordinary criminal justice process does not effectively rehabilitate offenders or promote behavioral changes.

Diversion programs offer first-time, low-level offenders an opportunity to learn from their mistakes without going through the regular legal process. As a result, this may not be effective in promoting behavioral change.

How Does a Diversion Program Work?

A diversion program is an alternative to the regular criminal legal process for some offenses. The program was created by a state’s legislative arm and signed into law. These laws identify the characteristic of a crime and the offender that qualify for a diversion. Depending on the diversion system, a defendant’s case may be diverted early into the case and does not require the defendant to take a plea.

Other systems require the defendant to plead guilty to the charge, but the court defers the sentence until the defendant completes the diversion program. Upon completion of the diversion program, which can last for six months to a year, the court dismisses the case, and it does not show in your records. However, the arrest record will remain, but you can have it deleted later. If the offender does not complete the diversion program, the case returns to court.

Diversion Programs Effectiveness

According to the ACLU, the diversion program seeks to identify the underlying problems leading to a crime. This makes diversion programs more effective in reducing recidivism and improving the community’s safety in the long term.

To the victims, diversion programs ensure that they get financial restitution for their losses. Sometimes they may receive a written apology from the offender, which can help mend relationships. They also get to participate in the restorative justice system by voicing their views which is critical in assisting them to know that they get justice. To the offender, diversion helps ensure that they avoid getting a criminal record, make amends with the victim, and help them learn from their mistakes and through the program helping them avoid similar offenses in the future.

Diversion programs also ensure that fewer people go through the normal criminal justice system, easing the system’s burden and correctional facilities. According to ACUL, if prosecutors used diversion programs more, the population in America’s correctional facilities would reduce by approximately 10 percent, translating into significant savings in the government.

Crimes That Qualify for Diversion Programs

Diversion programs laws define the characteristic of offenses and offenders that qualify for diversion. These criminal charges include minor misdemeanor offenses, possession of certain drugs, first-time DUI offenders, petty theft, minor assaults, and domestic violence qualify for diversion in most states.

Diversion programs are also effective in rehabilitating offenders with underlying mental illnesses. According to the center for prison reform, diversion programs for mentally ill offenders resulted in an 84 percent drop in the rearrests likelihood for offenders.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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1 month ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.