What is entered in the docket when a defendant successfully completes the terms of deferred disposition?

When a defendant successfully completes the terms of a deferred disposition, the most relevant entry in the docket is that the complaint is dismissed after a judge's signature. This outcome reflects the principle of deferred disposition, which allows defendants the opportunity to fulfill specific conditions—such as probation, community service, or attending counseling—before the court dismisses the charges against them.

Successfully meeting these conditions indicates the defendant has complied with the terms set by the court, and as a result, the charges are ultimately dismissed, ensuring no conviction is recorded on the defendant's record. This process serves both rehabilitative and punitive goals, allowing the defendant to avoid a permanent mark on their legal history, provided they adhere to the conditions set forth by the court.

In contrast, entries regarding the penalty for failure to comply, details of community service completed, or adjustments to the fine amount are not relevant to the successful completion of deferred disposition and do not reflect the final resolution of the case, which is the dismissal of the complaint.