InfractionCalifornia · Welfare & Institutions Code § 5150
Psychiatric Hold
Being held up to 72 hours for mental health evaluation. Not a crime.
Ticket. Fine only, no jail.
What the prosecutor must prove
They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.
- 1Danger to self or others, or gravely disabled
Possible punishment
Not a criminal penalty; can affect gun rights.
