A procedure by which a juvenile is removed from the juvenile justice process and provided with treatment services is called ____________.

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Diversion is the process by which a juvenile is given an alternative to being processed through the traditional juvenile justice system. This alternative may include treatment, counseling, or other services. This approach is generally seen as more rehabilitative and less punitive than traditional juvenile justice processes such as probation or incarceration.

A Procedure by Which a Juvenile Is Removed from the Juvenile