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SB-1339 • 2026

Diversion.

Diversion.

Crime
Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Grove
Last action
2026-03-04
Official status
Referred to Com. on RLS.
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide specifics on how the Legislature intends to strengthen existing diversion statutes.

Improving Diversion Programs

This law expresses the intention to strengthen diversion programs so they protect the public, support victims, and ensure accountability for those who break the law.

What This Bill Does

  • Expresses the intent of the Legislature to enact legislation that strengthens existing laws about diversion.

Terms To Know

Diversion
A program where someone accused of a misdemeanor can avoid prosecution if they meet certain requirements, either temporarily or permanently at any point in the judicial process from when they are charged until adjudication.
Misdemeanor
A less serious type of criminal offense, usually punishable by fines or short jail time.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide specific details on how to strengthen diversion programs.
  • It is unclear what changes will be made to the current laws about diversion.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-04 California Legislative Information

    Referred to Com. on RLS.

  2. 2026-02-23 California Legislative Information

    Read first time.

  3. 2026-02-23 California Legislative Information

    From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 23.

  4. 2026-02-20 California Legislative Information

    Introduced. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.

Official Summary Text

SB 1339, as introduced, Grove.
Diversion.
Existing law authorizes diversion, defined as the postponement of prosecution of an offense filed as a misdemeanor either temporarily or permanently at any point in the judicial process from the point at which the accused is charged until adjudication, except as specified. Under existing law, if a divertee has performed satisfactorily during the period of diversion, the criminal charges are required to be dismissed at the end of the period of diversion.
This bill would state the intent of the Legislature to enact legislation to strengthen diversion statutes to ensure they operate in a manner that protects the public, supports victims, and maintains accountability for individuals who engage in criminal conduct.

Current Bill Text

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