The Kentucky Application for Deferred Prosecution is a program offered by the Commonwealth of Kentucky to qualified individuals who have been charged with certain criminal offenses. This program allows individuals to avoid a criminal conviction and the associated penalties if they successfully complete certain conditions within the program. The program is available to first-time offenders who have been charged with a non-violent felony or a Class A misdemeanor. The Kentucky Application for Deferred Prosecution consists of three types of programs: Deferred Prosecution, Pretrial Diversion, and Transitional Diversion. Deferred Prosecution involves the state dropping charges against a defendant if he or she meets certain conditions, such as completing community service, undergoing treatment, and/or paying restitution. Pretrial Diversion is an alternative to prosecution wherein the defendant's charges are diverted to a probation department for supervision instead of a court. Transitional Diversion is similar to Pretrial Diversion but is only available to individuals who are facing a felony charge and have special needs, such as a mental health condition or drug abuse. In addition to the program requirements, participants must also pay a program fee and attend all court hearings. Upon successful completion of the program, the charges against the individual will be dismissed and the individual will not have a criminal record.