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5150 California, refers to a section of the state's Welfare and Institutions Code that allows for the temporary involuntary detention of individuals who are deemed a danger to themselves or others due to a mental health crisis.

Under this law, a qualified professional, such as a mental health professional, physician, or peace officer, can place an individual on a 72-hour involuntary hold for assessment and evaluation.

This intervention is intended to protect individuals who may be experiencing severe psychiatric symptoms and require immediate intervention and treatment. During the 72-hour hold, individuals receive a thorough evaluation to determine the appropriate course of treatment, which may involve further hospitalization or alternative mental health services.

The primary goal of the 5150 law is to provide individuals in crisis with the necessary care and support to stabilize their mental health and ensure their safety and the safety of others.