An alternative mental health court called 'CARE Court' has been launched in seven California counties to compel treatment for people with severe mental illness.
The court has received over 100 petitions since its launch, and it is estimated that between 7,000 and 12,000 people in the state will eventually be eligible for the program.
The CARE Court is part of California's efforts to address the homelessness crisis, and it aims to provide necessary services and support to individuals with severe mental illness.