California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that makes it easier for authorities to compel treatment for people with mental illness or addiction issues. The proposal is partly aimed at addressing the state’s growing homelessness crisis.
  • Cryophilia@lemmy.world
    1·
    9 months ago

    And unless they’re an immediate danger to themself or others, I don’t agree with forcing people into treatment.

    The schizoid homeless this law is targeting ARE imminent dangers to themselves and others.

    • treefrog@lemm.ee
      11·
      9 months ago

      Read the bullet points someone posted in these comments.

      Just being homeless and having a substance use disorder is enough.

      It goes way behind a psych hold.