The Epoch Times
The Epoch Times
AD
The Epoch Times
Support Us
California

Most California Counties Delaying Involuntary Treatment Programs for Severely Mentally Ill, Addicted

Nearly 50 of the Golden State’s 58 counties are planning to delay implementation of the new state law taking effect Jan. 1—some for up to two years.
Most California Counties Delaying Involuntary Treatment Programs for Severely Mentally Ill, Addicted
A lab technician cares for a patient in the Emergency Department at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, Calif., on March 11, 2022. Mario Tama/Getty Images
Travis Gillmore
Travis Gillmore
12/14/2023|Updated: 12/30/2023

A newly signed California law to address the growing number of individuals suffering from mental health crises is being met with caution by some county officials, with others urging implementation as soon as possible.

Senate Bill 43—which becomes effective on Jan. 1, 2024—expands criteria for involuntary treatment to include those suffering from substance abuse or chronic alcoholism.

Travis Gillmore
Travis Gillmore
Author
Travis Gillmore is a White House reporter for The Epoch Times. He previously covered the California legislature and Gov. Gavin Newsom. Contact him at [email protected]
twitter
Author’s Selected Articles

Journalists Recount Antifa Violence in Roundtable With Trump

Oct 08, 2025
Journalists Recount Antifa Violence in Roundtable With Trump

Trump Meets Freed Hostage Edan Alexander on Oct. 7 Anniversary

Oct 08, 2025
Trump Meets Freed Hostage Edan Alexander on Oct. 7 Anniversary

Amid Violent Anti-ICE Protests, Blue States in Standoff Over National Guard Deployment

Oct 07, 2025
Amid Violent Anti-ICE Protests, Blue States in Standoff Over National Guard Deployment

Memphis Residents Welcome Arrival of Federal Agents

Oct 07, 2025
Memphis Residents Welcome Arrival of Federal Agents
Related Topics
Los Angeles
San Diego
San Francisco
mental health
drug addiction
substance abuse
California legislature
San Diego County
care court
Alameda county
Add to My List
Save
The Epoch Times
To ensure we reach the high standards of reliability and neutrality that you expect from us, we are engaging with Ad Fontes Media to analyze our content. If you find an article you think falls short of the standard, please submit the link through this form.
Copyright © 2000 - 2025 The Epoch Times Association Inc. All Rights Reserved.