IMPORTANT NOTICE: The information contained on this post about North Carolina’s Felony Drug DiversionDrug diversion may be a way for a defendant to avoid a criminal record by either participating in drug treatment, completing community service, or both. Drug diversion is available in felony and misdemeanor cases. In misdemeanor cases, community services is usually not imposed. In felony cases, a defendant may be required to perform as much as 225 hours of community service to successfully complete. Diversion generally results in a dismissal of the original charges. Program may change. For instance, the statute might change between the time you read this and the time your case reaches court. Your eligibility will depend on a variety of circumstances, and, even if eligible, participation in the Felony Drug [...]