§ 77-2-2. Definitions.

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For the purpose of this chapter:

(1)	"Screening" means the process used by a prosecuting attorney to terminate investigative action, proceed with prosecution, move to dismiss a prosecution that has been commenced, or cause a prosecution to be diverted;

(2)	"Diversion" means suspending criminal proceedings prior to conviction on the condition that a defendant agree to participate in a rehabilitation program or make restitution to the victim or fulfill some other condition; and

(3)	"Commencement of prosecution" means the filing of an information or an indictment.

Enacted by Chapter 15, 1980 General Session

                    
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