On April's first Friday, mechanic James Matlock attended the behavioral health court in San Francisco, seeking mental health diversion for his son, Kevin, who faces serious legal issues due to his mental illness. Despite periods of stability, Kevin's condition has led to repeated incidents, culminating in his arrest for evading an officer while under the influence. Matlock hopes that the court will allow his son to receive necessary psychiatric treatment rather than face a long prison sentence, reflecting broader concerns over treatment versus punishment for mentally ill offenders.
It's sad, Matlock said. Now, "his fate is in another person's hand."
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