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Season 1Episode 323

What Happens When Cops Refuse to Respond to Mental Health Calls?

May 15, 2025
21:23

Episode Description

Why are a handful of sheriff’s departments in California refusing to respond to some 911 calls that involve a person with mental illness?


Guest:

Lee Romney, Journalist and co-host of November In My Soul


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Check out Lee's full coverage for CalMatters.


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