California Code of Regulations
Title 15 - Crime Prevention and Corrections
Division 5 - Narcotic Addict Evaluation Authority
Chapter 3 - Outpatient Supervision
Article 3 - Want Notices and Holds
Section 5335 - Factors to be Considered

Universal Citation: 15 CA Code of Regs 5335

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

Examples of factors to be considered in deciding whether to place a hold include but are not limited to the following:

(a) The emotional or mental health of the outpatient; such as the presence of suicidal impulses or threats, or evidence that the individual cannot adequately care for himself;

(b) The presence and extent of drug or alcohol abuse.

(c) The seriousness of the alleged violation.

(d) Prior instances of assaultive behavior.

(e) Involvement in the transportation, sale, distribution or use of narcotics or dangerous drugs.

(f) Present threats of violence.

(g) Record of escapes from custody or absconding from supervision.

(h) Employment history and stability.

(i) Residential pattern.

(j) Nature of family and community relationships.

1. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 6-29-2000; operative 7-29-2000 (Register 2000, No. 26).

Note: Authority cited: Section 3156, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 3151 and 3201(c), Welfare and Institutions Code.

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