In this case, Dane County law enforcement sought multiple criminal charges against our client after he was alleged to have gone through mailboxes in his neighborhood, removing mail, stealing money, and cashing a check. In speaking with the client and his parents, it was clear the client suffered from significant mental health issues that contributed to the conduct. Attorney Tim Verhoff was able to contact the prosecutor who was reviewing the case for charges. She informed him that she planned to file nearly a dozen criminal counts against him. However, Attorney Verhoff provided the prosecutor with documentation regarding the client's mental health issues. In a calculated move, he also agreed to have the client make a statement about the incident. The move paid off, as the prosecutor agreed not to file formal charges against the client. Instead, she agreed to have him participate in a deferred prosecution program. Assuming the client successfully completes the program, he will never be formally charged in the criminal justice system. This was a wholly appropriate outcome under the circumstances.