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Strategy 1 Convene diverse stakeholders to develop a shared understanding of the current CST process Strategy 2 Examine system data and information to pinpoint areas for improvement Strategy 3 Provide training for professionals working at the intersection of criminal justice and behavioral health Strategy 4 Create and fund a robust system of community-based care and supports that is accessible for all before, during, and after criminal justice contact Strategy 5 Expand opportunities for diversion to treatment at all points in the criminal justice system, including after competency has been raised Strategy 6 Limit the use of the CST process to cases that are inappropriate for dismissal or diversion Strategy 7 Promote responsibility and accountability across systems Strategy 8 Improve efficiency at each step of the CST process Strategy 9 Conduct evaluations and restoration in the community, when possible Strategy 10 Provide high-quality and equitable evaluations and restoration services, and ensure continuity of clinical care before, during, and after restoration and upon release
