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Law Enforcement Responses to People with Mental Illnesses: A Guide to Research-Informed Policy and Practice

Publication Date: 2009
File: LE_Responses_to_Mental_Illnesses_-_Policy_and_Practice.pdf
Abstract:
Interactions between officers and individuals with mental illnesses are infrequent and can be complex in nature. These calls for service are often time-consuming and difficult to resolve, and, on relatively rare occasions, result in tragic injuries or deaths. Such cases typically involve repeat contacts with the same individuals, who live in the community with unresolved mental health needs. Law… (read more)
Tag(s):
CIT, crisis intervention, law enforcement, mental health, strategies
Author(s):
the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center