Section 6046 Of Article 5. Second Chance Program From California Penal Code >> Title 7. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 5.
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. (a) The purpose of this article is to build safer communities
by investing in community-based programs, services, and initiatives
for formerly incarcerated individuals in need of mental health and
substance use treatment services.
(b) The program established pursuant to this article shall be
restricted to supporting mental health treatment, substance use
treatment, and diversion programs for persons in the criminal justice
system, with an emphasis on programs that reduce recidivism of
persons convicted of less serious crimes, such as those covered by
the Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act of 2014, and those who have
substance use and mental health problems.
(c) The Board of State and Community Corrections shall administer
a grant program established pursuant to this article.