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This is policing for the 21st Century.

Police Chief Charles Moose (1997)

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This program should be imitated in every city in America.

E. Fuller Torrey (1996)

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The most visible pre-booking diversion program in the U.S.

Hank Steadman and colleagues (2000)

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Among law enforcement officers, CIT promotes a philosophy of responsibility and accountability.

Major Sam Cochran (ret.) (2000)

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The Memphis Plan has resulted in reductions in the use of deadly force and in injuries sustained by officers and civilians.

Amnesty International

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The purpose of jail diversion is to get individuals with mental illness and co-occuring substance abuse out the criminal justice system.

Neal B. Brown, M.P.A.

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CIT training prepares our officers to recognize someone in mental distress and to intervene effectively and compassionately.

Police Chief Richard Beary

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CIT serves as a helpful tool for deputies who often CIT serves as a helpful tool for deputies who often come into contact with people coping with mental illness.

CIT Trained Officer Cpl. Paul Woolsey

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The skills I acquired from CIT training saved my life.

Lt. Martin Boldt, CIT Officer of the Year, 1990

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