At 52, Jillian Shriner was deemed “eligible and suitable” for mental health diversion, a program designed for defendants with recognized mental health or substance abuse issues, allowing them to receive community-based treatment rather than facing prison time.
The LA County District Attorney’s office informed NBC 4 that “If she satisfactorily fulfills the diversion conditions, the court will dismiss her case.”
Earlier this year, Shriner pled not guilty to charges related to an extraordinary incident that occurred in April, during which she allegedly pointed a handgun at officers and discharged it from her yard while the police were pursuing suspects involved in a nearby hit-and-run.
According to LAPD reports, Shriner ignored multiple commands to lower the firearm, prompting officers to return fire and injure her in the arm.
She was transported to a hospital before being booked into jail, later posting a $1 million bail to secure her release.
As part of her mental health diversion program, LA County Superior Court Judge Susan De Witt mandated that Shriner adhere to specific stipulations, which include refraining from using drugs or alcohol.
Additionally, Shriner has been instructed to attend weekly therapy, undergo random drug and alcohol screenings, and participate in a minimum of three Alcoholics Anonymous meetings each week.
While enrolled in the program, she is prohibited from possessing or owning any firearms or knives.
The DA’s office emphasized that “any breach” of these orders could lead to the termination of her diversion program, resulting in her return to court.
Jillian Shriner’s next court appearance is set for January 9, where she will report on her progress in the diversion program.
Married since 2005, Scott and Jillian Shriner are parents to two adopted children. Aside from her relationship with a rock musician, Jillian is an accomplished author of several best-selling nonfiction works under her maiden name, Jillian Lauren.
