Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT)

To respond to calls related to persons experiencing mental health crises, the San Diego Police Department has licensed Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) Clinicians assigned specifically to patrol units. PERT Clinicians are able to assist police officers in interacting and identifying resources to aid those with behavioral health issues and may pose a threat to themselves or others. This partnership allows for the officer to ensure the situation is safe for the PERT clinician to then begin their assessment of the individual.  Learn more about PERT.

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