Examines studies on law enforcement interactions with people with mental illnesses and translates the findings to help policymakers and practitioners develop safe and effective interventions. Supported by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, it reviews research on the scope and nature of the problem and on a range of law enforcement responses.

Author(s)

Melissa Reuland, Matthew Schwarzfeld, and Laura Draper

Date

2009

Source

Council of State Governments Justice Center

Full Title

Law Enforcement Responses to People with Mental Illnesses: A Guide To Research-Informed Policy and Practice

Downloads

• Law Enforcement Responses to People with Mental Illnesses: A Guide To Research-Informed Policy and Practice

Related Information

• Justice Center Publication: Responding to a High-Profile Tragic Incident Involving a Person with a Serious Mental Illness
  — State: Nationwide
  2010 (2010)
• Issue Area: Law Enforcement
• Announcement: Law Enforcement Responses to People with Mental Illnesses: Customizing Responses to Jurisdictions’ Needs and Characteristics
• Justice Center Publication: Mental Health Courts: A Guide to Research-Informed Policy and Practice
  Issue: Courts
  Council of State governments Justice Center (2009)
• Justice Center Publication: Improving Outcomes for People with Mental Illnesses under Community Corrections Supervision: A Guide to Research-Informed Policy and Practice
  Issue: Corrections
  Council of State Governments Justice Center (2009)