Do Mental Health Courts Handle Both Felony and Misdemeanor Offenders

question 64

Multiple Choice

Do mental health courts handle both felony and misdemeanor offenders?

• A)No, such offenders are mostly outside their jurisdiction.
• B)No, they mandate that such offenders first serve their term in prison.
• C)Yes, although some courts exclude those charged with felonies.
• D)Yes, although some courts exclude those charged with misdemeanors.

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