Direct Accountability & Diversion Programs

Direct Accountability Program (DAP)

DAP is an alternative to formal prosecution for adults charged with eligible crimes.

Participation in DAP is voluntary.  Participants complete community-based sanctions like community service, attending programs, writing apology letters, or other ways of making restitution. Once they complete these tasks, the charges are withdrawn.

This program helps reduce court delays while still holding individuals accountable in a constructive way.

Pre-Charge Adult Diversion

This program offers an alternative to formal charges for adults who have committed an offence.

Police officers can refer individuals to this program instead of laying charges. Participants complete community-based sanctions to address the impact of their actions on themselves, their families, the victim, and the community.

The goal here is to reduce minor incidents of crime and provide more supportive interventions while still holding individuals accountable.

Will I end up with a criminal record or show up on Police checks/CPIC etc?

  • While an active charge, it will show on a CPIC check; once the program is successfully completed, it will show as having been withdrawn/diverted
  • Upon successful completion of the DAP or Diversion program, charges will not end up on your record

How long do I have to complete the program?

  • Those participating in the Pre-charge Diversion program are given three months to complete assigned sanctions
  • Participants in the Direct Accountability Program have six weeks to complete their sanctions

How do I get referred, or how do I get someone else referred?

  • Referrals for the Adult Pre-Charge Diversion Program are received directly from London Police Services
  • Referrals for DAP are received directly from the Crown Attorney’s office
  • Eligibility for the programs are determined at the discretion of the referring police officer or Crown Attorney
  • If you or someone you know is in conflict with the law, speak to an officer or seek legal advice to inquire about eligibility for these adult diversion programs
Direct Accountability & Diversion Programs