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Los Angeles Times
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Judge Focuses on Treatment over Punishment
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge oversees mental health court graduations for individuals who complete a two-year diversion program aimed at treating mental illness. The program successfully allows about 80% of participants to graduate, often leading to housing, employment, and improved stability, while emphasizing strict rules against violence and substance use. The initiative is part of broader efforts to address mental health and homelessness challenges, with the court acting as a key innovator in a system historically overwhelmed by inmates with mental health needs.
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