How to complete a petition and when is assisted outpatient treatment appropriate for law enforcement officers

A headshot of Scott SmithPresented by: 
Scott Smith, Ph.D.
Consultant, Center for Behavioral Health and Justice

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In this training, Scott Smith, Ph.D. draws from his experience as a reserve police officer and a mental health clinician to talk about when assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) (aka Kevin’s Law) is an appropriate tool for law enforcement, who is eligible, how to complete a petition, and key information to share with the community about the process. 

 

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