Programs encouraging diversion or services

Sec. 5. (a) Subject to subsection (b), this chapter does not prohibit a policy, program, or order of a political subdivision that: (1) encourages a diversion program; or (2) encourages or requires providing housing or shelter services in lieu of a citation or arrest. (b) A policy, program, or order described in subsection (a) may not allow a person to remain in the area described in section 1(c)(3) of this chapter beyond the forty-eight (48) hour period of time after receiving a warning under section 1(b) of this chapter. As added by P.L.138-2026, SEC.5.