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Doctor’s Charges Dismissed After Mental Health Recovery | California News
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A California doctor, Dharmesh Patel, narrowly escaped criminal charges after driving his Tesla off a 300-foot cliff with his family inside — all survived with serious injuries. Initially charged with triple attempted murder, the case was suspended under mental health diversion after Patel was diagnosed with major depressive disorder. He spent two years under strict treatment, living with his parents, attending therapy, and taking medication. Now, having successfully completed the program, the charges were legally dismissed — a mandatory outcome under California law. The district attorney expressed frustration over accountability, but the law required it. Patel’s passport has been returned, marking a hard-won path to recovery.
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