How may a court require payment of court costs when granting deferred disposition?

• A. Before granting deferred disposition
• B. In installments
• C. By performing community service
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Deferred disposition allows a defendant to avoid a conviction by meeting conditions during a deferral period. As part of those conditions, the court may require payment of court costs in different ways. It can ask for the full amount before granting the deferral, or permit the costs to be paid in installments over time, or be satisfied by performing community service in place of cash payment. This flexibility helps ensure the court recoups its costs while accommodating the defendant’s financial situation. If the defendant fails to complete the required conditions, the deferral can be revoked and the case may proceed to conviction or sentencing on the original charge.