Court Misdemeanor DiversionGuidelines

San Luis Obispo Superior Court · Civil, Family, Probate, Small Claims

Last updated July 3, 2026

This form outlines the rules and requirements for people accused of minor crimes to avoid court proceedings by completing a diversion program instead. Someone who has been arrested or cited for a misdemeanor in San Luis Obispo County would need this form to understand whether they qualify and what they must do to potentially have their case dismissed.