GM 3.20

This directive provides instruction for the Misdemeanor Marijuana Diversion Program 
(MMDP), which goes into effect March 1, 2017. The MMDP is a pre-charge diversion 
program offered by the Harris County District Attorney’s Office to offenders who would 
otherwise be arrested and charged with possession of misdemeanor marijuana, 
regardless of criminal history. It is a voluntary program that gives the offender an 
opportunity to avoid arrest, jail booking, and the filing of a criminal charge. This program 
is only effective for possession arrests within Harris County.