Alaric Arrested

[JonRam99]

From the NBC article:
"The latest comment from the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, via Sara Barshop of ESPN, indicates that Jackson’s case has been assigned for a pre-trial diversion program available to eligible persons as an alternative to a misdemeanor prosecution."

Here is the comment, per NYT:
Regarding his June 2026 arrest for suspected felony domestic violence, the office stated: "Charges are not filed against the respondent at this time, however, the case stays open throughout the length of the statute of limitations. It can be re-evaluated if there are further developments"

Here is the AP article:
Los Angeles City Attorney's Office spokesman Ivor Pine confirmed in a statement to The Associated Press on Monday that Jackson's case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals. The City Attorney Hearing is an alternative to misdemeanor criminal prosecution.
Though charges will not be filed against Jackson at this time, the case remains open and can be re-evaluated if there are more developments.

So, any lawyers out there, who can interpret this for us?
Does this mean:
A. A-Jax WILL be going thru the diversion program; or
B. A-Jax MAY be going thru the diversion program IF THERE ARE MORE DEVELOPMENTS??

I tend to think the latter (B) because "the case remains open"; so, "if there are more developments" then charges will be filed, at which time he would go thru the diversion program because his "case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals". Assigning a case for a certain type of trial doesn't mean that his case IS CURRENTLY GOING THERE, it just means that IF he is charged in the future, that he would go thru the diversion program vs. a full trial process.

Am I understanding this correctly?

 

[Jacobarch]

Foolio


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePwbPmSzLLU

 

[Psycho_X]

From the NBC article:
"The latest comment from the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, via Sara Barshop of ESPN, indicates that Jackson’s case has been assigned for a pre-trial diversion program available to eligible persons as an alternative to a misdemeanor prosecution."

Here is the comment, per NYT:
Regarding his June 2026 arrest for suspected felony domestic violence, the office stated: "Charges are not filed against the respondent at this time, however, the case stays open throughout the length of the statute of limitations. It can be re-evaluated if there are further developments"

Here is the AP article:
Los Angeles City Attorney's Office spokesman Ivor Pine confirmed in a statement to The Associated Press on Monday that Jackson's case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals. The City Attorney Hearing is an alternative to misdemeanor criminal prosecution.
Though charges will not be filed against Jackson at this time, the case remains open and can be re-evaluated if there are more developments.

So, any lawyers out there, who can interpret this for us?
Does this mean:
A. A-Jax WILL be going thru the diversion program; or
B. A-Jax MAY be going thru the diversion program IF THERE ARE MORE DEVELOPMENTS??

I tend to think the latter (B) because "the case remains open"; so, "if there are more developments" then charges will be filed, at which time he would go thru the diversion program because his "case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals". Assigning a case for a certain type of trial doesn't mean that his case IS CURRENTLY GOING THERE, it just means that IF he is charged in the future, that he would go thru the diversion program vs. a full trial process.

Am I understanding this correctly?

He's been assigned it so sounds like he is going to be in the program. I guess not being a criminal I had no idea this was a thing. From my google searches basically sounds like a form of probation to avoid prosecution where that would come after. So, assuming Foolio is correct that NFL ALWAYS suspends people who are assigned to a diversion program I would assume AJ WILL get suspended. But that's based off Foolio's statement.

 

[Jacobarch]

He's been assigned it so sounds like he is going to be in the program. I guess not being a criminal I had no idea this was a thing. From my google searches basically sounds like a form of probation to avoid prosecution where that would come after. So, assuming Foolio is correct that NFL ALWAYS suspends people who are assigned to a diversion program I would assume AJ WILL get suspended. But that's based off Foolio's statement.

well don't go assuming because

1. As a Participant (Offender)
Yes, participation in diversion programs is typically strictly voluntary. These programs (like pretrial intervention, drug court, or juvenile diversion) allow you to avoid a criminal conviction. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

 

[HitStick]

He's been assigned it so sounds like he is going to be in the program. I guess not being a criminal I had no idea this was a thing. From my google searches basically sounds like a form of probation to avoid prosecution where that would come after. So, assuming Foolio is correct that NFL ALWAYS suspends people who are assigned to a diversion program I would assume AJ WILL get suspended. But that's based off Foolio's statement.

Yeah. Seems like their stance is that the diversion program is a form of admitting you’re guilty. Seems like for his career, it may be better to just fight the case and end up with potentially nothing

 

[dang]

Better to get this out there and not hear about it till it’s too late. I know the Rams are all over it and have a plan B if necessary. I just hate hearing this from such a Rams hater as that alien looking FLorio.

 

[RamFan503]

I know its Florio, but please read. It seems that with Alaric going into this program he is basically subject to a 6 or 8 game suspension?

If true, get Taylor Decker on Line 1 please, IF no other solid depth option emerges.

Diversion program for Alaric Jackson would likely result in another suspension

Personal Conduct Policy makes entry into diversion program an automatic violation.

www.nbcsports.com

I stopped at the bolded. Foolio is always trying to connect dots that would negatively impact the Rams. Most of the time he has been dead wrong. I wouldn’t ask him the time of day if I saw he had a watch.

I already saw the information he’s harping about in the court documents. I figured there was some kind of diversion option that AJ could take. I suppose we’ll see if that results in a suspension. I believe that the diversion option is like traffic school. You have to plead guilty and pay any associated fines before you can take advantage of that option. Your case remains open until you complete that diversion.

Now - I’m not going to read that ass wipe’s garbage so I don’t know what he might have cited as precedent but it really doesn’t matter to me anyway. Nor has Goodhell showed a propensity to actually stick with precedent. He is either going to try to suspend AJ or he isn’t. In the event that should occur , the Rams will make whatever counter move they can. I’ll worry about it if it happens and figure the Rams are ahead of me on any of it anyway.

Now… I don’t recall anyone being suspended for a misdemeanor charge that is in the process of being dismissed. Maybe it’s in the article- though even if it is, I would trust members here to verify WAY before that douche Foolio.

Am I understanding this correctly?

I believe you are not. My understanding is that diversion is only offered if you plead guilty. The case then remains open until you complete diversion. Then the judge will dismiss the case.

 

[Psycho_X]

I stopped at the bolded. Foolio is always trying to connect dots that would negatively impact the Rams. Most of the time he has been dead wrong. I wouldn’t ask him the time of day if I saw he had a watch.

I already saw the information he’s harping about in the court documents. I figured there was some kind of diversion option that AJ could take. I suppose we’ll see if that results in a suspension. I believe that the diversion option is like traffic school. You have to plead guilty and pay any associated fines before you can take advantage of that option. Your case remains open until you complete that diversion.

Now - I’m not going to read that ass wipe’s garbage so I don’t know what he might have cited as precedent but it really doesn’t matter to me anyway. Nor has Goodhell showed a propensity to actually stick with precedent. He is either going to try to suspend AJ or he isn’t. In the event that should occur , the Rams will make whatever counter move they can. I’ll worry about it if it happens and figure the Rams are ahead of me on any of it anyway.

Now… I don’t recall anyone being suspended for a misdemeanor charge that is in the process of being dismissed. Maybe it’s in the article- though even if it is, I would trust members here to verify WAY before that douche Foolio.

I believe you are not. My understanding is that diversion is only offered if you plead guilty. The case then remains open until you complete diversion. Then the judge will dismiss the case.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/20302469/ezekiel-elliott-dallas-cowboys-suspended-six-games

Ezekiel Elliott and James Pearce are a few comparable cases. "The Columbus City Attorney's office announced in September that it would not pursue charges against Elliott because of "conflicting and inconsistent information," but the NFL can penalize a player even without legal charges."

That investigation by the NFL took a year and he wasn't suspended until 2017 season even though incident happened summer of 2016. James Pearce is a hugely more violent incident compared to Jackson but he is also serving in a diversion program. From google search below... this says "generally satisfies the criteria needed to" suspend a player. Unless the NFL changes its stance on diversion programs I'm not sure how he avoids some kind of suspension.

Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. is currently participating in a one-year pre-trial diversion program to resolve felony charges—including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon—stemming from a February domestic dispute. While successful completion of therapy and program stipulations will drop the criminal charges, he is still expected to serve an NFL suspension. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Pearce originally entered a six-month intervention program, which was extended to one year in June. As part of the agreement, he is required to undergo therapy, pass drug tests, and maintain a safe distance from his ex-girlfriend, WNBA player Rickea Jackson. Although his attorney negotiated an agreement that avoids jail time, he rejoined the Falcons for mandatory minicamp but still remains subject to league discipline. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Because domestic violence and conduct-related incidents are handled independently by the NFL, entering a diversion program generally satisfies the criteria needed to enact the personal conduct policy. Legal and sports analysts expect Pearce to receive a suspension, which could range from a baseline of six games to a more extended banishment if the league deems the underlying allegations a severe violation.

 

[jrry32]

From the NBC article:
"The latest comment from the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, via Sara Barshop of ESPN, indicates that Jackson’s case has been assigned for a pre-trial diversion program available to eligible persons as an alternative to a misdemeanor prosecution."

Here is the comment, per NYT:
Regarding his June 2026 arrest for suspected felony domestic violence, the office stated: "Charges are not filed against the respondent at this time, however, the case stays open throughout the length of the statute of limitations. It can be re-evaluated if there are further developments"

Here is the AP article:
Los Angeles City Attorney's Office spokesman Ivor Pine confirmed in a statement to The Associated Press on Monday that Jackson's case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals. The City Attorney Hearing is an alternative to misdemeanor criminal prosecution.
Though charges will not be filed against Jackson at this time, the case remains open and can be re-evaluated if there are more developments.

So, any lawyers out there, who can interpret this for us?
Does this mean:
A. A-Jax WILL be going thru the diversion program; or
B. A-Jax MAY be going thru the diversion program IF THERE ARE MORE DEVELOPMENTS??

I tend to think the latter (B) because "the case remains open"; so, "if there are more developments" then charges will be filed, at which time he would go thru the diversion program because his "case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals". Assigning a case for a certain type of trial doesn't mean that his case IS CURRENTLY GOING THERE, it just means that IF he is charged in the future, that he would go thru the diversion program vs. a full trial process.

Am I understanding this correctly?

My reading of this is that he's agreed to do pretrial diversion. If he is successful, they won't file charges. If he is unsuccessful, they will bring charges against him.

I believe you are not. My understanding is that diversion is only offered if you plead guilty. The case then remains open until you complete diversion. Then the judge will dismiss the case.

There are different types of diversion programs. Some do not require a guilty plea.

 

[bubbaramfan]

So far AJ has NOT agreed to anything. Diversion is out there if he wants it. But why would he when everything has been dropped until "new evidence" is presented. And that doesn't look like woman is pushing that.

I still think he'll be suspended and Rams will try Trost at LT first.

 

[JonRam99]

So far AJ has NOT agreed to anything. Diversion is out there if he wants it. But why would he when everything has been dropped until "new evidence" is presented. And that doesn't look like woman is pushing that.

I still think he'll be suspended and Rams will try Trost at LT first.

#yikes
Thanks @AZRams4Life ! helpful.

 

[AZRams4Life]

From the NBC article:
"The latest comment from the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, via Sara Barshop of ESPN, indicates that Jackson’s case has been assigned for a pre-trial diversion program available to eligible persons as an alternative to a misdemeanor prosecution."

Here is the comment, per NYT:
Regarding his June 2026 arrest for suspected felony domestic violence, the office stated: "Charges are not filed against the respondent at this time, however, the case stays open throughout the length of the statute of limitations. It can be re-evaluated if there are further developments"

Here is the AP article:
Los Angeles City Attorney's Office spokesman Ivor Pine confirmed in a statement to The Associated Press on Monday that Jackson's case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals. The City Attorney Hearing is an alternative to misdemeanor criminal prosecution.
Though charges will not be filed against Jackson at this time, the case remains open and can be re-evaluated if there are more developments.

So, any lawyers out there, who can interpret this for us?
Does this mean:
A. A-Jax WILL be going thru the diversion program; or
B. A-Jax MAY be going thru the diversion program IF THERE ARE MORE DEVELOPMENTS??

I tend to think the latter (B) because "the case remains open"; so, "if there are more developments" then charges will be filed, at which time he would go thru the diversion program because his "case has been assigned for a pre-filing diversion available to eligible individuals". Assigning a case for a certain type of trial doesn't mean that his case IS CURRENTLY GOING THERE, it just means that IF he is charged in the future, that he would go thru the diversion program vs. a full trial process.

Am I understanding this correctly?

I want to be clear. I am an attorney, I am not a California attorney. I did run a domestic violence unit in another state. That being said, this is better news than actually "entering" a diversion program (especially for this year). Making him eligible for the diversion program is significantly different than enrolling in one. Based on the information provided, if true, the matter will remain in a "stay" status unless/until there are further developments through the applicable statute of limitations (SOL) - irony? Anyhow, my understanding is that misdemeanor DV SOL in California is one-year. My guess is that he will be advised to wait out the SOL and the Big Shield will do the same.

 

[tomas]

I want to be clear. I am an attorney, I am not a California attorney. I did run a domestic violence unit in another state. That being said, this is better news than actually "entering" a diversion program (especially for this year). Making him eligible for the diversion program is significantly different than enrolling in one. Based on the information provided, if true, the matter will remain in a "stay" status unless/until there are further developments through the applicable statute of limitations (SOL) - irony? Anyhow, my understanding is that misdemeanor DV SOL in California is one-year. My guess is that he will be advised to wait out the SOL and the Big Shield will do the same.

After Florio dashed my hopes, this new information sounds like Alaric Jackson might avoid suspension--Bravo!

 

[bubbaramfan]

Kinda feels like his case is in limbo.

 

[RhodyRams]

Kinda feels like his case is in limbo.

yep, that's how I read it.

If he gets into trouble again he is D-U-N Dun

 

[Memento]

yep, that's how I read it.

If he gets into trouble again he is D-U-N Dun

I'm personally hoping we draft a left tackle with one of our picks next year or the year after and hopefully trade him for the biggest package you can get. It's a very strong OT class, so that's a possibility - and OL should be a probability in the draft, considering that all four of our starters not named A-Jax are free agents (personally would love them to sign Avila and McClendon, if only because of their ages compared to Dotson - whom I'd love to re-sign, but only if the price was right).

Fool me once? Shame on you. Fool me twice? Shame on me. I think that fits A-Jax right now.; I don't know if you trust him to not get suspended by Goodell and the NFL on this. Players have been suspended for less. I'm expecting a long suspension, but then again, I'm thinking from a pessimistic point of view on this.

I still think he'll be suspended and Rams will try Trost at LT first.

Diehard biased Mizzou fan saying that while Trost can hack it at left tackle occasionally, you can't trust him to handle it for 6-8 games. He never played left tackle for Mizzou (he did at Wake Forest), even when Cayden Green went down, even when the backup was terrible. With Trost, I'd prefer him to take one of the guard spots that will be open after free agency; that or right tackle is his best spot in the pros.

 

[André]

I'm personally hoping we draft a left tackle with one of our picks next year or the year after and hopefully trade him for the biggest package you can get. It's a very strong OT class, so that's a possibility - and OL should be a probability in the draft, considering that all four of our starters not named A-Jax are free agents (personally would love them to sign Avila and McClendon, if only because of their ages compared to Dotson - whom I'd love to re-sign, but only if the price was right).

Fool me once? Shame on you. Fool me twice? Shame on me. I think that fits A-Jax right now.; I don't know if you trust him to not get suspended by Goodell and the NFL on this. Players have been suspended for less. I'm expecting a long suspension, but then again, I'm thinking from a pessimistic point of view on this.


Diehard biased Mizzou fan saying that while Trost can hack it at left tackle occasionally, you can't trust him to handle it for 6-8 games. He never played left tackle for Mizzou (he did at Wake Forest), even when Cayden Green went down, even when the backup was terrible. With Trost, I'd prefer him to take one of the guard spots that will be open after free agency; that or right tackle is his best spot in the pros.

I do think Trost was picked because of this flexibility. We aren't likely to re-sign / extend Dotson, Avila AND McClendon. He takes one of those spots when whichever one (or more) leaves.

He might sub for Jackson a game or two, but if he was the long-term answer at LT he wouldn't have been available near the end of the third round.

 

[bubbaramfan]

I'm really looking forward to watching Trost At LT in camp. I've seen enough Acuri,who's just a camp body IMHO.
I think the Rams will see how Trost does before they go FA.

 

[Coliseum Ram]

No. No Trost for a lengthy time at Left Tackle. Rams hierarchy gets intel from League on Jackson. If 6 or 8 game suspension is coming, sign Decker. If minimal or hopefully no suspension, stand pat. Trost is needed for "swing" across the whole line, dont expose him.

 

[TSFH Fan]

Looks like that the diversionary program doesn't help us as fans and we need Alaric to decline to participate. In super short-hand,

Diversionary Program --> Violation of the Personal Conduct policy.

The more nuanced/accurate version is that under Article V of the Personal Conduct Policy (2022) "A player violates this Policy when he has a disposition of a criminal proceeding (as defined), or if the league’s investigation demonstrates that he engaged in conduct prohibited by the Policy."

Under Article IX, "'Disposition of a Criminal Proceeding' – Includes . . . the disposition of the proceeding through a diversionary program . . .."

https://nflpaweb.blob.core.windows.net/website/Departments/Salary-Cap-Agent-Admin/2022-NFL-Personal-Conduct-Policy.pdf

Also, while it's entirely plausible that they'll let the clock run out on filing criminal charges (i.e., Alaric doesn't agree to diversion and no one does anything), I'm not sure of the logic behind concluding that the NFL will wait. Law enforcement has seemingly finished their investigation. Sure, they're open in the event something "new" pops up, but if they have had sufficient information to decline felony charges and dump the case on the misdemeanor department, it would seem that they finished the active part of the investigation. The NFL has their own separate investigation and waiting doesn't seem to accomplish anything - they wouldn't be interfering with any criminal investigation. We'll see how this shakes out.