- Many clients ask whether they should go into a first offenders program if offered to them
- Generally, it is a good idea
- In the first offender program, you enter a plea and the punishment is reduced
- Often, the offence does not count as a conviction on your record, provided you complete all requirements of the program
- Sometimes, public service and/or restitution may be involved
- Once all that is completed, the conviction is removed from your record
