Welfare and Institutions Code section 5020.1


A minor with a mental health condition, between the ages of 3 and 18, upon being considered for release from a state hospital shall have an aftercare plan developed. Such plan shall include educational or training needs, provided these are necessary for the patient’s well-being.

Source: Section 5020.1, https://leginfo.­legislature.­ca.­gov/faces/codes_displaySection.­xhtml?lawCode=WIC§ionNum=5020.­1.­ (updated Jan. 1, 2025; accessed Dec. 15, 2025).

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