California SB483 allows for mental health diversion for defendants diagnosed with certain mental disorders.

California SB483 amends the Penal Code to allow courts to grant pretrial diversion for defendants diagnosed with specific mental disorders, excluding antisocial personality disorder and pedophilia. Diversion is available for misdemeanors and felonies, excluding certain violent crimes. The court must consider the defendant's mental health treatment needs, the defendant's consent, and the suitability of the defendant for diversion. If the defendant successfully completes the diversion program, the charges are dismissed, and the arrest is sealed.

California SB483 allows for mental health diversion for defendants diagnosed with certain mental disorders.

California SB483 amends the Penal Code to allow courts to grant pretrial diversion for defendants diagnosed with specific mental disorders, excluding antisocial personality disorder and pedophilia. Diversion is available for misdemeanors and felonies, excluding certain violent crimes. The court must consider the defendant's mental health treatment needs, the defendant's consent, and the suitability of the defendant for diversion. If the defendant successfully completes the diversion program, the charges are dismissed, and the arrest is sealed.