SB 483
Mental health diversion.
Vote required
Majority
Fiscal committee
No
Appropriation
No
Current location
Appropriations
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen mental health diversion programs in California by requiring defendants diagnosed with a mental disorder to explicitly agree that the recommended treatment plan meets their specific needs and is consistent with the program's goals. It also clarifies that courts retain the discretion to deny diversion if a defendant poses an unreasonable risk to another’s physical safety, even if a treatment plan is in place. The bill reinforces the court's role in overseeing these programs and ensuring they are appropriate for the defendant’s condition.
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yoursRead the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.