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Oct 29

Post-5150 and 5250 Reintegration: Legal Barriers to Avoiding Recidivism

In California, the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act governs involuntary psychiatric holds under Welfare and Institutions Code...
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Oct 15

The Role of Family Advocacy in Contesting 5150 and 5250 Holds

In California, 5150 and 5250 holds under the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act allow for the involuntary detention of individuals experiencing a mental...
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Oct 6

Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP Pursues Premises Liability in Simi Valley Hate Crime Case

On August 1, a violent incident in a Simi Valley parking lot left 18-year-old Michael Robinson injured, raising serious questions about...
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Oct 2

5250 Holds and Due Process: Ensuring Fair Hearings in Extended Detentions

In California, a 5250 hold represents a critical juncture in mental health law, allowing for...
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