I think this diversion process is the right thing... technically he's go no record and it seems like they have a restitution process in place that both parties agree on.

 

At the same time where there's smoke there's fire.

 

He really needs an intervention so he realizes he's not like everybody else.  He's got a special talent and if he wants to enjoy the spoils, he's going to have to be more careful about the decisions he makes and the situations he puts himself in.

 

Basically, a little growing up is what he needs.  He's not a bad kid, but over time things can go way off track and it starts with one step.  A bad bearing can lead you way off target over the course of time.

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