More than a second chance: Realist, qualitative insights on the outcomes of police drug diversion in England
Criminology & Criminal Justice
Published online on July 29, 2026
Abstract
Criminology & Criminal Justice, Ahead of Print.
This article explores the personal and social impacts of police drug diversion schemes in England through qualitative insights from 103 interviews and 3 focus groups with diverted individuals (‘divertees’). Building on existing realist programme theory, ...
This article explores the personal and social impacts of police drug diversion schemes in England through qualitative insights from 103 interviews and 3 focus groups with diverted individuals (‘divertees’). Building on existing realist programme theory, ...