Pen. Code, § 1001.35 · Chapter 2.8A. Diversion of Individuals with Mental Disorders
Pen. Code, § 1001.35
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The purpose of this chapter is to promote all of the following:
(a) Increased diversion of individuals with mental disorders to mitigate the individuals’ entry and reentry into the criminal justice system while protecting public safety.
(b) Allowing local discretion and flexibility for counties in the development and implementation of diversion for individuals with mental disorders across a continuum of care settings.
(c) Providing diversion that meets the unique mental health treatment and support needs of individuals with mental disorders.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 34, Sec. 24. (AB 1810) Effective June 27, 2018.
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