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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.

  1. 1Danger to self or others, or gravely disabled

Possible punishment

Not a criminal penalty; can affect gun rights.