Which of the following is true of mental health courts?

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Mental health courts have limited capacity and can only handle a fraction of mentally-ill offenders in the justice system. As a result, most mentally-ill offenders end up in jails and prisons. Option A is incorrect because mental health courts do not manage re-entry. Option B is incorrect because vocational training is not the primary focus of mental health courts. Option C is incorrect because research has consistently shown that offenders who participate in mental health courts have lower recidivism rates and better life outcomes than those who do not participate.

Which of the Following Is True of Mental Health Courts