California Governor Gavin Newsom and Cabinet members walk an encampment site in Oakland, Calif., on April 15, 2022. (Office of the Governor via Bay City News)

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Wednesday that will create a civil court division in each of the state’s 58 counties with the authority to compel treatment for people who may not know they need it.

CARE Court – with “care” standing for community assistance, recovery and empowerment – is intended to make it easier for those who struggle with substance abuse or severe mental illness like schizophrenia to access treatment.

Continue reading for FREE

This is NOT a paywall. We just want to make sure you’re a human. Sign in to read this story and receive the weekly roundup in your inbox.

Or

Terms & Conditions

Success! Your account was created and you’re signed in.
Please visit My Account to manage your account.

Eli covers public health, transportation and state politics for the Bay City News Foundation, serves as the main editor of the Public Health and COVID-19 Information Hub and assists with Local News Matters' social media strategy. He has also previously covered local politics in San Diego County as well as college and professional sports across the Bay Area.