Launch HN: Promise (YC W18) – Cost-effective, more humane alternative to jail 8 years ago
The wife worked on a similar So. Cal government program for approx. 4-years in the late 90’s. Designed primarily for helping people with mental illnesses who had been arrested (a large % of jail population). My observation was that the program was very effective, but limited in scope due to funding. If interested, can put you in touch with her to discuss.