This study aimed to establish the rates and predictors of mental health diversion for, and the rates and predictors of post-diversion reoffending by, First Nations people.
Data from the NSW Statewide Community and Court Liaison Service were used to determine the rates, predictors and outcomes of diversion for 6,188 individuals.
First Nations people were significantly less likely to be granted diversion. Among First Nations people, diversion rates were higher for women, those living in less disadvantaged areas, those with a common mental health disorder, those charged with a violent offence and those without a prior offending history. Individuals who were diverted were significantly less likely to reoffend.
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