Seven years ago, California passed a law that would make it easier to force mentally ill people to get treatment — but only one county has fully implemented what’s known as Laura’s Law. Supporters say the law would help the mentally ill when they’re too sick to help themselves. Critics say it could result in a frightening loss of liberties and unnecessary, involuntary lock-ups. We discuss Laura’s Law and why it hasn’t been more widely implemented.
Guests:
Randall Hagar, director of government affairs for the California Psychiatric Association
Delphine Brody, director of public policy for the California Network of Mental Health Clients
Kevin Fagan, reporter for The San Francisco Chronicle
Tom Anderson, presiding judge at Nevada County Superior Court
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